Subsidy amount to be transferred to sugarcane farmers’ account by Thursday
Summary
The government has released Rs 754.93 million in subsidy payments to sugarcane farmers, with funds to be transferred by Thursday following protests over a reduction in subsidy rates.
Key Points
- The government released Rs 754.93 million for sugarcane farmer subsidies.
- The subsidy amount was set at Rs 35 per quintal, halving the previous Rs 70 per quintal.
- Delays in payment caused protests by sugarcane farmers in Kathmandu.
- Government officials and sugarcane farmer representatives held talks to resolve the issue.
