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New source of oil is discovered

New source of oil is discovered

A group of farmers invested their savings and cultivated on the government lease land. Recently the national oil company has discovered oil on this very land .
The oil company has sent evacuation notice to the farmers. The lease agreement states, that in case if oil is discovered, the land will be surrendered.
A dispute has arisen between the farmers and the oil company.
Bloodshed is expected, if matter is not resolved satisfactorily between the two parties. The government has selected you to lead the negotiation to resolve this dispute.
What is the solution and how do you plan to approach?
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