Kerala Farmers Await ₹10 Crore in Unpaid Paddy Dues Ahead of Onam
Farmers in the Thrissur district of Kerala are facing significant financial distress as the state government has yet to clear paddy procurement dues exceeding ₹10 crore. Payments for the Mundakan and Puncha harvest seasons have remained pending for several months, leaving many agricultural households struggling with debt as the festive season of Onam approaches. In response to the persistent delays, local farming collectives have announced plans to hold a protest meeting on August 5 to demand the immediate release of their arrears. The situation highlights ongoing logistical and financial challenges within the state's agricultural procurement system.
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