Case Study:

Former MP Lali M Yopeswonam fathers' land has been occupied by unauthorized occupants (22 families) a close relation of theirs came from the United States of America like his legitimate power of attorney and expected the land and noticed that they have been elected small houses without their permission. He goes for trial- each house valued to the Municipal Council. He opts to pay their cost and asked them to evacuate. Some accepted their offer but others wanted some concession amount. Later, the issue was mediated and a small increase amount was paid. Only one occupant refused to accept the money wanted for his land. Later with much forewarning and persuasion, she has agreed to leave the land with a hefty amount as a bribe.

All land disputes settled amicably in payment of money by the ´Ĺand Lord´ at the virtual land owned power of attorney. 

written by: Ayuni Munasinghe