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WATCH | Centre’s priority protection of farmers and consumers: Maha Agri min on Onion procurement

In a significant move, the Indian government has decided to procure a massive 5 lakh tons of onions at a fixed rate of 2,410 rupees per quintal. This decision aims to benefit consumers by offering onions at just Rs. 25 per kg. Maharashtra’s Agriculture Minister Dhananjay Munde praised the procurement drive as ‘historic.’ To bolster […]

Indian farmers erupt in anger on 40% onion export duty

Maharashtra-based farmers and exporters told The New Indian that the government’s decision was uncalled for