Sri Vijaya Puram | February 02, 2026
Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray, has urged the Union Home Minister, Mr. Amit Shah, to intervene for the early resolution of the long-pending compensation issue of farmers whose agricultural lands were submerged during the devastating 2004 Tsunami.
Raising serious concern over the prolonged delay, Mr. Ray stated that the affected farmers have been awaiting justice and compensation for more than two decades, leading to sustained hardship and distress among the families dependent on those lands for their livelihood. He pointed out that despite repeated representations and legitimate demands, the issue remains unresolved.
The MP recalled that he had earlier taken up the matter with the Government of India and had sought consideration of the recommendations of the Vivek Rai Committee, which was constituted to examine the issue and submitted its report in 2018 after consultations with the affected farmers. He also formally raised the matter through a letter addressed to the Union Government on February 12, 2025.
Expressing disappointment over the lack of progress, Mr. Ray noted that even after more than a year since his last representation, no concrete steps have been initiated to address the grievances. As a result, the affected farmers continue to approach him repeatedly, seeking urgent intervention for relief and justice.
The MP has now earnestly requested the Union Home Minister to direct the concerned authorities to initiate the required process and take a positive, time-bound decision so that the long-suffering Tsunami-affected farmers may finally receive due compensation.
Mr. Bishnu Pada Ray reiterated his commitment to pursue the matter relentlessly until justice is delivered to the affected farming community of the islands.
