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According to News7 Tamil, Seeman, the leader of the Naam Tamilar Katchi, has issued a public statement urging the government to abandon plans to evict residents from forest villages in the Megamalai and Varusanadu regions. The politician argued that such displacement would severely impact the livelihoods and traditional way of life of the local communities residing in these areas.

Seeman’s appeal highlights ongoing tensions regarding forest conservation policies and the rights of indigenous or long-term inhabitants in protected zones. The Megamalai and Varusanadu areas, known for their ecological significance, have frequently been the subject of discussions between environmental authorities and local residents regarding land use and habitation rights.

While the government has previously emphasized the need for strict conservation measures to protect biodiversity in these forest corridors, local activists and political representatives like Seeman have consistently advocated for the protection of human settlements. The statement calls for a more balanced approach that considers the socio-economic impact on the villagers alongside environmental goals. As of now, there has been no official response from the state administration regarding a change in policy, and the situation remains a point of contention for the affected populations.