Indian farmers demand cheaper credit, lower taxes, and increased support from Finance Minister.

Farmers and industry leaders met with Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking cheaper credit, lower taxes, and increased financial support for agriculture. Key demands included doubling the PM-KISAN income support to ₹12,000 annually, reducing interest rates on loans to 1%, and GST exemptions for agricultural inputs. They also called for a comprehensive review of Minimum Support Price mechanisms and strategic investments to boost agricultural productivity.

December 07, 2024
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