By now, an outsider who doesn't really know the issue, would think that the Penang Pakatan government is involved in the land grab which was alienated for a settlement.

Allegations, name calling, incriminating placards and anti-establishment chants provide the best backdrop to this tussle between the villagers and developer.

With many parties joining the fray, the issue has become even more distorted. Malaysiakini spoke to Lim Guan Eng, the Penang CM to shed more light on the plight of the Kampung Buah Pala.

Video by Maran Perianen