The Xureaucrats Club of the School of Governance and Public Affairs organized the event Blueprint Boundaries – The Land Conquest on October 1, 2024, at Seminar Hall 1, XIM University. The event explored a real-world case study involving XEM Company’s land acquisition plans in the Mahanadi River Basin, focusing on corporate expansion, land rights, environmental sustainability, and the socio-economic impact on indigenous communities.
Participants engaged in interactive role-playing sessions, adopting perspectives of stakeholders like government officials, NGOs, and local leaders to analyze ethical and economic trade-offs. Expert panelists added depth by sharing real-world insights into similar conflicts.
The event successfully fostered critical thinking, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Participants proposed creative solutions to balance development with cultural and environmental preservation. Feedback highlighted the event’s effectiveness, with suggestions for extended discussions and workshops in future sessions. It proved a valuable platform for understanding governance and public policy challenges.
