Daxing District's Lixian Town to demolish 6 villages

Lixian Township in Beijing's Daxing District reportedly plans to demolish six villages to improve the local environment and urban planning. The villages are considered illegal constructions with safety hazards and environmental pollution problems. The local government has begun negotiating with villagers to provide them with reasonable compensation and resettlement packages. This initiative has been supported by some residents, but it has also caused some controversy and protests. Some villagers said that they have been living here for decades, that it is their home and they do not want to leave. However, the government believes this is necessary to improve the local environment and urban planning and to contribute to the sustainable development of the city.