Centre links crop diversification to MSP, offers new proposals to farmers
Monday, 19 February 2024 The fourth round of talks between the Centre and farmers ended inconclusively. Both sides deliberated on out-of-the-box solutions to benefit farmers, consumers, and the economy. Concerns were raised about the decline in water tables due to paddy cultivation. The farm unions have sought time until Monday to discuss the proposal with their supporters.
The fourth meeting between Union Ministers and farmer representatives addressing MSP and other demands ended inconclusively. Positive momentum was noted with proposals for MSP guarantees on five crops. Punjab Chief Minister emphasized MSP's importance for crop diversification. Protesting Punjab...
With a decision on resuming their march to Delhi expected to be made by farmers on Thursday, the cancellation of passports and visas of those involved in violence during the agitation is being sought..
Angry farmers in Punjab launch firecrackers towards Indian police, who attempt disperse them with tear gas, as thousands of protesting farmers make a fresh attempt to reach the capital New Delhi after..
In a renewed wave of protest, security forces at the Punjab-Haryana border have fired tear gas shells today as farmers, undeterred by previous setbacks in talks with the Centre, prepare to resume their..