Mr. Gowda, who was a former Chief Minister of Karnataka, narrates his experience on acquiring land for Bengaluru IT park and other development projects. "There was no dispute in providing land," Mr. Gowda says.

"No farmer will oppose a project if they are provided reasonable and fair compensation," says Mr. Gowda.

Former Prime Minister and JD(S) MP from Hassan Deve Gowda speaks.

Deputy Speaker M. Thambi Durai is in chair.

For the second day on Tuesday, Lok Sabha is debating on land acquisition amendment Act.