Overview

• Dr P Harish Babu began an indefinite fast on August 17 in Kagaznagar seeking complete cancellation of the government order.
• BJP cadres gathered in large numbers in Kagaznagar, urging the government to meet his demand and ensure better medical care.
• The Telangana government on July 21 placed GO 49 on hold until further notice following widespread demonstrations.
• The June 30 order proposed converting 1.49 lakh hectares across multiple forest ranges into the Kumram Bheem Tiger Conservation Reserve as part of the Kawal corridor expansion.
• Tribal leaders and local representatives have raised fears of displacement and curbs on forest rights, with more than 330 villages reportedly affected.