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Corporate biggies calling the shots in farm sector: AIKS
Hyderabad: The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) National General Secretary, Viju Krishnan, expressed concerns regarding the concentration of power in the agricultural sector, highlighting that four corporate companies now control 46 percent of it. He criticized the BJP government for enabling this trend. Speaking at a seminar organized by the Aribandi Foundation in the city on Thursday, Krishnan linked the liberalization policies introduced since 1990 to the alarming increase in farmer suicides, with four and a half lakh fatalities recorded over the past 30 years. He pointed out that the BJP government has failed to fulfill its promises of doubling farmers' incomes and has not implemented the recommendations of the Swaminathan Committee. Krishnan noted that there have been no reported farmer suicides in West Bengal and Gujarat, yet he criticized the reduction in funding for labor provisions. He opposed the installation of meters for agricultural motors, arguing that it would impose an additional financial burden on farmers. He argued that the support prices linked to reduced production costs primarily benefit corporations, resulting in significant losses for farmers, especially in the cotton sector. He recalled the farmers' protest against three controversial agricultural laws, which were ultimately repealed after many lives were lost. Furthermore, Krishnan criticized the new agricultural marketing policy, stating that it resembles the repealed laws and perpetuates inequalities caused by subsidies in other countries. He warned of potential losses arising from free trade agreements and called for the adaptation of farming practices to address climate change, advocating for dairy integration and multi-crop cultivation.
Hans India
17-05-2025
- Politics
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Youth must take responsibility to protect democracy
Tirupati: Former High Court Chief Justice Jasti Chelameswar emphasized that India's democracy is facing a crisis and called upon the youth to take responsibility for protecting it. He was speaking at the inauguration of the 17th National Conference of the All India Youth Federation (AIYF) in Tirupati on Friday. Justice Chelameswar addressed key issues including electoral reforms, the Indian Constitution, the parliamentary system, and democracy. He expressed concern that even after 75 years of Independence, poverty and discrimination remain widespread, obstructing the nation's development. He criticized successive governments for spending thousands of crores without effectively addressing hunger or ensuring inclusive growth. He urged youth to take a proactive role in tackling the pressing challenges confronting society. Chelameswar also highlighted the neglect of the agricultural sector and the government's failure to implement the Swaminathan Committee recommendations, which has deeply affected farmers. He noted that, on average, 35 farmers commit suicide daily due to distress, while youth continue to face unemployment and lack of livelihood opportunities. He called for a united and relentless struggle for the welfare of farmers and the younger generation. Akhila Bharatiya Kisan Sabha General Secretary Ravula Venkaiah echoed similar concerns, urging young farmers to prepare for a long battle to demand fair prices and resist anti-farmer, pro-corporate government policies. CPI National Secretary Dr K Narayana, Sukhjindar Mahesari, Vali Ulla Khadri, Arun, Lenin, Aarti, and Periyar Swamy were also present at the event.
