In light of the distressing situation faced by farmers due to this year's less than average rainfall, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has taken a firm stand against the issuance of bank notices to farmers for loan recovery.
Mahesh Tapase, chief spokesman of the NCP, questioned the silence of the Shinde Fadnavis government and demanded immediate action to alleviate the farmers' woes.
The NCP spokesperson highlighted the plight of farmers who are grappling with below-average rainfall this year. Despite the challenging circumstances, banks are sending out notices for loan recovery, further exacerbating the farmers' difficulties.
Tapase criticized the current government for its apparent lack of action and empathy towards the agricultural community.
"It is disheartening to witness the anti-farmer stand of the present government. The inadequate rainfall has already taken a toll on the agricultural sector, and the issuance of loan recovery notices adds insult to injury," remarked Tapase.
Calling upon Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the NCP leader urged the state government to swiftly intervene and annul the bank notices that are causing distress to the already burdened farmers. "The NCP stands in solidarity with the farmers, and we will not hesitate to take strong measures if their suffering is not alleviated," Tapase asserted.
Highlighting the dire conditions faced by the farmers, Tapase detailed the rainfall statistics for the region. "Both June and July witnessed a deficiency in expected rainfall, and the August rainfall is significantly below the average by approximately 68 per cent. Between the 1st and 18th of August, the rainfall has been a staggering 80 per cent less than the historical average across all divisions," stated Tapase. He underlined the devastating impact on crops and the necessity for affected farmers to access crop insurance benefits.
Tapase emphasized the need for immediate government action and expressed the party's unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers. "The NCP will relentlessly pursue the cause of our farmers and ensure that they receive the support they deserve," Tapase stated.