Rastriya Swatantra Party MP Karishma Khatiwada Draws Govt Attention to Farmer Distress
Summary
RSP MP Karishma Khatiwada urged the government to address fertilizer shortages and provide relief to farmers hit by floods and landslides. She said delayed fertilizer supply and weak paddy procurement are leaving farmers under heavy distress.
Key Points
- RSP MP Karishma Khatiwada raised the issue of fertilizer shortages and crop damage caused by recent floods and landslides in Parliament.
- She said farmers face annual fertilizer crises in Asar, leading to lower production and deeper hardship.
- Khatiwada said many farmers are being forced to sell paddy at throwaway prices because they cannot get the minimum support price on time.
- She demanded immediate relief and faster paddy procurement through coordination with local governments.
