: Wednesday, November 27, 2024 7:26 PM
Palera. Amid growing resentment among farmers over the shortage of fertilizers in the district, Khargapur MLA Chanda Singh Gaur held a meeting with officials. In this meeting, necessary guidelines were given regarding the supply and distribution of fertilizer. Taking the problems of farmers seriously, the MLA assured of strict action against black marketing of fertilizers and shopkeepers who sell fertilizers at a higher price than the prescribed rate.
MLA Gaur said that the Tehsildar has been ordered to deliver adequate quantity of fertilizer to all the societies. Apart from this, the station in-charge has been instructed to make adequate security arrangements near the fertilizer distribution centers and societies. While talking to the media, the MLA said that the officials have assured that the fertilizer problem of the farmers will be solved in the coming days.
Earlier, there have been continuous protests in the district regarding the shortage of fertilizers. Farmers had blocked the road in Palera, while in Baldevgarh too there was protest over the shortage of fertilizers. Three days ago, farmers along with SP workers had demonstrated on the road in Palera. Farmers alleged that black marketing of fertilizers was taking place from the warehouses and demanded action against some officials.
MLA Gaur clearly instructed the officials in the meeting that if any officer or private shopkeeper sells DAP urea fertilizer at a price higher than the rate fixed by the government, then strict action will be taken against them. Also, any employee or shopkeeper who is negligent will not be spared.
Meanwhile, the MLA also appealed to the local people to complete the process of fertilizer distribution in a peaceful manner and cooperate in the efforts made by the government.
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