The Adani Group acquired land from the Gujarat government at significantly lower rates (Re 1 to Rs 32 per sq m) compared to other companies, such as Tata Motors and Ford India. The land, mostly non-agricultural and government-owned, faced no acquisition hurdles. Despite this advantage, only 51% of the 15,946 acres allotted to Adani Port and SEZ is utilized, with expansion hindered by environmental issues and legal disputes. This preferential treatment has sparked political controversy, especially amid the Lok Sabha elections, with accusations of favoritism towards Adani by the BJP government.
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