Farmer Suicides

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IndiaJun 11, 2019, 1:16 PM IST
Pinarayi Vijayan announces relief for debt-ridden Kerala farmers

The Congress raised the issue in the state Assembly and also staged a walkout protesting the government's unwillingness to allow an adjournment motion. The parties argued in the Assembly over the issue of farmer suicides in the state.
ElectionsApr 2, 2019, 2:21 PM IST
Amending AFSPA, freebies, doles: Highlights of Congress manifesto

The Congress has also made a tentative promise of a separate budget for farmers. While promising to address the issue of farmer suicides, the manifesto does not present a roadmap, let alone a solution, to address farmers' grievances.
IndiaFeb 28, 2019, 10:40 AM IST
Kerala sees 7 farmer suicides in 2 months; Pinarayi Vijayan to call bank managers to help with debts

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan has decided to call bank managers to discuss possible measures to support the farmers. Reports say that in the past two months, seven farmers have committed suicide in Idukki due to debts.

Pinarayi Vijayan announces relief for debt-ridden Kerala farmers