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New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Kerala: Even six years after getting titles, tribals of Nelliyampathy denied right to pay land tax
NELLIYAMPATHY (PALAKKAD): 'How can a government give us titles and then deny us the right to prove we own the land?' asks Manoharan, his voice trembling with a mix of anger and heartbreak. A member of the Malasar tribe in Nelliyampathy residing in the Bhagavathi Mooppan Tribal Colony, Manoharan is among 127 tribal families caught in a cruel paradox - granted land titles after a 16-year-long struggle, yet they are being denied the basic right to pay tax in their own names. The land ownership titles, or pattayas, were distributed in 2018 to 127 tribal families from the Malasar and Irular communities during a highly publicised government function in Palakkad by the then government. The gesture was seen as a long-overdue acknowledgement of their fight for land, which began in 2002 - a few weeks ahead of the well-known Muthanga land agitation. 'It took 16 long years for the authorities to finally allot one acre each to 127 families,' 52-year-old Manoharan told TNIE. 'Today, 186 families are living on the land, which was once part of the state-run Nelliyampathy Orange Farm. But even now, we can't pay land tax in our names. What kind of ownership is this?' The problem, according to officials, lies in the fact that the allotted land was originally classified as a forest village. The subdivision records necessary to complete the transfer of ownership are still being prepared. As a result, local village offices have refused to process tax payments, citing jurisdictional limitations under the forest department. 'This is not just about land tax. It's about dignity, recognition, and the right to live without fear of eviction,' said V S Prasad, a local political leader who has been supporting the tribal community's demands. 'Without proper documents and recognition, these families remain vulnerable, despite the pattayas in their hands.'
New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Tribal families in Kerala's Nelliyampathy still denied land tax rights six years after getting pattayas
NELLIYAMPATHY (PALAKKAD): 'How can a government give us titles and then deny us the right to prove we own the land?' asks Manoharan, his voice trembling with a mix of anger and heartbreak. A member of the Malasar tribe in Nelliyampathy residing in the Bhagavathi Mooppan Tribal Colony, Manoharan is among 127 tribal families caught in a cruel paradox - granted land titles after a 16-year-long struggle, yet they are being denied the basic right to pay tax in their own names. The land ownership titles, or pattayas, were distributed in 2018 to 127 tribal families from the Malasar and Irular communities during a highly publicised government function in Palakkad by the then government. The gesture was seen as a long-overdue acknowledgement of their fight for land, which began in 2002 - a few weeks ahead of the well-known Muthanga land agitation. 'It took 16 long years for the authorities to finally allot one acre each to 127 families,' 52-year-old Manoharan told TNIE. 'Today, 186 families are living on the land, which was once part of the state-run Nelliyampathy Orange Farm. But even now, we can't pay land tax in our names. What kind of ownership is this?' The problem, according to officials, lies in the fact that the allotted land was originally classified as a forest village. The subdivision records necessary to complete the transfer of ownership are still being prepared. As a result, local village offices have refused to process tax payments, citing jurisdictional limitations under the forest department. 'This is not just about land tax. It's about dignity, recognition, and the right to live without fear of eviction,' said V S Prasad, a local political leader who has been supporting the tribal community's demands. 'Without proper documents and recognition, these families remain vulnerable, despite the pattayas in their hands.'
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Narivetta X reviews out: Audience gushes about Tovino Thomas's 'intense performance'
On May 23, 2025, the powerful Malayalam political drama Narivetta made its way into cinemas, capturing both hearts and headlines. This emotionally charged film is helmed by director Anuraj Manohar and penned by Abin Joseph. Drawing deep inspiration from the real-life 2003 Muthanga tribal protest , Narivetta reconstructs a turbulent chapter in Kerala's political landscape. Tovino Thomas takes the lead with a commanding performance, supported by seasoned actor Suraj Venjaramoodu and Tamil filmmaker-turned-actor Cheran, who steps into Malayalam cinema for the first time. The premiere generated a buzz, especially as early morning viewers rushed to social media, particularly X (formerly Twitter), to share their first impressions. Within hours of its release, the film was being hailed as a cinematic triumph by both audiences and critics alike. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo — amnakhaleej (@amnakhaleej) One viewer praised the team enthusiastically, stating, '#Narivetta—A cinematic gem from Anuraj Manohar! Tovino delivers a gripping and unforgettable performance. This intense political thriller grips you tightly—@JxBe's musical work is outstanding! Another feather in #TovinoThomas's cap!' — AlexanderHuntt (@AlexanderHuntt) Another fan weighed in on the film's structure and execution: '#Narivetta—The first half builds the emotional tension slowly, but the second half completely pays off! Brilliant direction by Anuraj Manohar, and the soundtrack is pure magic. Tovino gives one of his most powerful performances yet.' — sidOffcl (@sidOffcl) A third reviewer highlighted the emotional depth and technical finesse: 'The raw emotion and gravity of the Muthanga incident are brought to life through stunning visuals and heartfelt performances. The background score and choreography are phenomenal. @ttovino stands out as a true gem. This is one of the finest political dramas Indian cinema has seen.' Audiences were also quick to applaud the music and narrative strength. One tweet read, 'What a gripping first half and an even more compelling second act! The storytelling is rich and immersive. The song 'Minnalvala' shines, and Jakes Bejoy's background score elevates every scene. A definite win!' Behind the Scenes Narivetta, meaning 'Jackal Hunt' is a Malayalam-language political drama that dives into the socio-political tremors of the Muthanga incident. Directed by Anuraj Manohar and written by Abin Joseph, the film stars Tovino Thomas and Suraj Venjaramoodu and marks the Malayalam debut of Cheran. The project is produced by Tippushan and Shiyas Hassan under the Indian Cinema Company banner. The film was officially unveiled on July 21, 2024. Principal photography began shortly thereafter on July 26, 2024, with filming locations spanning Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Wayanad. Music and the original score are crafted by Jakes Bejoy, whose compositions have earned widespread acclaim.
