A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Andhra Pradesh High Court challenging the allocation of 160 acres of land belonging to the Simhachalam Devasthanam for a proposed hyperscale data center project in Visakhapatnam. The petition raises concerns over environmental compliance, legal procedures, and the protection of temple lands. The matter is now before the court, and the allegations remain subject to judicial consideration.
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Andhra Pradesh High Court challenging the allocation of 160 acres of land belonging to the Simhachalam Devasthanam for a proposed hyperscale data center project in Visakhapatnam.
The petition, filed by former Jana Sena leader Bilisetty Sathy and registered as WP (PIL) No. 137/2026, questions the State government’s decision to allocate the land to M/s Vizag Hyperscale Data Centre Park Limited. The land reportedly includes Survey No. 275 in Adavivaram and Survey No. 26 in Mudasarlova.
According to the petitioner, the allocation raises several concerns, including:
- Environmental and legal compliance issues.
- Potential impact on local water resources.
- A request to cancel the land allocation and any associated environmental clearances.
- A demand to restore the 160 acres to the Simhachalam Devasthanam.
As of now, these are allegations and requests made in the PIL. The matter is pending before the High Court, and the court has not yet delivered a final judgment on the claims.
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FAQ
Q1: Who filed the PIL?
Former Jana Sena leader Bilisetty Sathy filed the Public Interest Litigation.
Q2: What is the PIL about?
It challenges the allocation of 160 acres of Simhachalam Devasthanam land for a proposed hyperscale data center project.
Q3: Has the High Court given a verdict?
No. The matter is currently pending before the Andhra Pradesh High Court.