Maharashtra's Deputy CM urges removal of 20% onion export duty to aid struggling farmers.

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has urged the central government to remove a 20% export duty on onions to help farmers struggling with low prices. Pawar highlighted that farmers in Nashik, a major onion-producing district, are facing financial losses due to both the export duty and unseasonal rains. Removing the duty could make onions more competitive internationally and help farmers recover some losses.

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