Political Clash Over Farmer Suicides in Maharashtra

Rahul Gandhi has launched a fierce critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, holding them responsible for turning a blind eye to the staggering number of farmer suicides in Maharashtra. The Congress leader highlighted the distress faced by farmers who are burdened with debt and ignored by the administration.

In a stark rebuttal, BJP officials have accused Gandhi of political opportunism, asserting that the number of suicides during the Congress-NCP regime was even higher. They listed several government initiatives aimed at mitigating farmers' woes today, including PM-KISAN and increased Minimum Support Price (MSP).

The debate over the dire situation has led to dramatic scenes in Maharashtra's legislative assembly, with opposition members staging walkouts to protest against what they describe as the neglect of farmer issues by the state government.

(With inputs from agencies.)