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Fertilizer Crisis Claims Two Lives as Madhya Pradesh Farmers Face Critical Shortage
Dec 09, 2025 01:55 pm CST
Two farmers have died while waiting in fertilizer queues in Madhya Pradesh as a severe shortage of agricultural inputs sparks widespread protests and political confrontation. Fifty-year-old Jamuna Kushwaha collapsed after three consecutive days in line, highlighting the desperate situation facing farmers who struggle to access essential urea fertilizer despite government claims of adequate supply.
Madhya Pradesh Official Confronts Farmers During Fertilizer Shortage Crisis: Allegations of Physical Assault Spark Investigation
Dec 04, 2025 12:14 am CST
A government fertilizer distribution event in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district descended into chaos when supplies ran short, leading to allegations that Naib Tehsildar Ritu Singhai physically assaulted protesters. The incident has triggered official investigation as hundreds of farmers, who had been struggling for weeks to obtain essential urea fertilizer, blocked roads in protest against alleged mismanagement and black market sales. Officials have promised action following review of the situation that highlights growing agricultural supply challenges across the region.
Madhya Pradesh Farmers Face Double Crisis: Crop Damage from Rain and 10-Hour Power Supply Restriction
Nov 05, 2025 10:53 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh farmers are battling dual challenges as unseasonal rain destroyed crops across the state, followed by a controversial electricity department order limiting power supply to just 10 hours daily. The restrictive directive sparked widespread outrage, forcing Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to intervene and cancel the order while removing the official responsible. Opposition leaders have criticized the BJP government for contradicting its promises of farmer welfare while rural areas continue to struggle with limited electricity access.
Maharashtra Farmer Receives Just Rs 6 as Compensation for Severe Crop Damage
Nov 05, 2025 10:46 pm CST
A farmer from Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district received only Rs 6 as compensation for extensive crop losses due to flooding, highlighting the inadequate government response to agricultural crises. This follows similar reports of farmers receiving minimal aid under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, despite the state announcing a Rs 31,628 crore relief package for affected regions.
Fertiliser Crisis in Madhya Pradesh: MLA Dons Helmet to Join Farmer Protests Amid Growing Unrest
Oct 25, 2025 10:24 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh faces severe fertiliser shortages as farmers clash with authorities across multiple districts. A Congress MLA wearing a helmet while queuing for fertiliser has become a symbol of the crisis, even as government officials deny any scarcity despite widespread evidence of chaos, police lathicharge, and disrupted agricultural activities during critical sowing season.
Chhattisgarh Paddy Procurement Standoff: Farmers Demand Earlier Start as Political Tensions Rise
Oct 07, 2025 10:06 pm CST
Chhattisgarh's paddy procurement has become a political flashpoint as farmers demand purchases begin November 1 instead of the government's proposed November 15 start date. With 2.7 million farmers awaiting better rates and timely procurement, the delay threatens crop quality while opposition Congress accuses the BJP government of betraying farmer interests in this crucial agricultural issue that has previously influenced electoral outcomes.
Punjab Court Orders Kangana Ranaut's Personal Appearance in Defamation Case Over Farmer Protest Tweet
Sep 30, 2025 08:52 am CST
Actor and MP Kangana Ranaut must appear in person on October 27 in a Bathinda court for a defamation case related to her social media comments during the 2020-21 farmer protests. The court rejected her request for video appearance in the case filed by 73-year-old Mahinder Kaur, who alleges the BJP MP misidentified her as a Shaheen Bagh protestor in a controversial retweet.