Chandigarh: In a significant development, Punjab's Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister, Gurmeet Singh Khudian, met with leaders of Bharatiya Kisan Union (Ugrahan) and Punjab Agri Mazdoor Union at Punjab Bhavan. The meeting aimed to address concerns and gather suggestions on the state's Agriculture Policy.
Key Takeaways
- 25 FIRs registered against farmers, with more under process
- Comprehensive Agriculture Policy to tackle long-standing issues
- Innovative measures include crop diversification, MSP guarantees, and loan settlements
- Pension scheme for small and marginal farmers proposed
- Agriculture Minister assures consideration of farmer union suggestions