Minister Arjun Munda asks for suggestions amid deadlock between Centre, farmers

Ranchi:

Amid the deadlock in talks between farmers and the central government, Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda has appealed to the citizens to maintain peace and sought suggestions.

Speaking to ANI, Agriculture Minister Munda said, “We should try to maintain peace in the country. We have always talked to find solutions and will continue to do so. We also welcome all suggestions. I hope We will discuss this issue further. The Government of India is committed to the development of the agriculture sector.

The protesting farmers, whose demands include a legal guarantee for the minimum support price, had earlier rejected the government’s proposal after the fourth round of talks.

However, the Center expressed readiness for a fifth round of talks with the farmers while urging them to find a solution through ‘dialogue’.

Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Arjun Munda said, “After the fourth round, the government is ready to discuss all the issues like MSP, crop diversification, stubble issue, FIR in the fifth round. I again invite farmer leaders to discuss.” I invite you.”

“I appeal to them to maintain peace and we should find a solution through dialogue,” he said.

Appealing to take the talks forward, he said that the farmers have not yet responded to the invitation.

The Union Minister said, “No information has come yet (from farmers). We appeal that we should move forward for talks and present our stand. The government also wants to move forward and find a solution. “

On February 19, farmer leaders rejected the Centre’s proposal on MSP procurement, saying it was “not in favor of farmers”.

“After discussion in both the forums, it has been decided that if you analyze, there is nothing in the government’s proposal. Our government imports palm oil worth Rs 1.75 crore from outside, which also causes diseases to the general public. If this money is given.” Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal said, “If the farmers of the country grow oilseed crops and MSP is announced, then that money can be used here.” This is not in favor of farmers. We reject it.”

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