Land Deduction Dispute

TDT | Manama

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Landowners in Buri affected by compulsory purchase orders under detailed planning schemes should be granted an urgent complaints mechanism and fair compensation that accounts for previous land deductions, a Bahraini lawmaker has said.

MP Dr Muneer Seroor said grievances have increased in recent months, particularly in Block 758 in Buri, where residents have raised concerns over deduction rates, the failure to account for earlier land cuts, and the impact on existing commercial activity.

He called for a clearer and more structured process to handle disputes linked to state land acquisition, rather than leaving affected owners to pursue individual complaints.

“Recent months have seen a rise in grievances from some citizens affected by compulsory purchase decisions under detailed plans in a number of areas, including Buri, Block 758,” Seroor said. “Residents have voiced concern over the deduction rates being applied, the failure to account for earlier deductions, and the damage caused to existing activities.”

The lawmaker stressed support for development projects but said implementation must be fair and transparent.