Farmers Demand Cheaper Credit, Lower Taxes In Pre-Budget Meeting

During a pre-budget consultation with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, farmer representatives called for reduced long-term credit rates, lower taxes, and a doubling of the PM-KISAN income support from Rs 6,000 to Rs 12,000. Key proposals included zero-premium crop insurance for small farmers, GST exemptions on agricultural inputs, and a comprehensive review of the MSP.