BJP's Broadside: TMC's Impact on West Bengal's Agrarian Crisis
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya accuses the TMC government of damaging the state's agrarian economy through widespread corruption and exploitation. He highlights issues such as declining paddy production, fisheries mismanagement, and farmer distress, positing a grim picture of agricultural and rural challenges under TMC's rule.
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West Bengal's agrarian economy is facing significant distress, alleges Samik Bhattacharya, the state's BJP chief. He criticizes the ruling TMC government for mismanagement leading to a decline in paddy production, fisheries, and rural healthcare.
Bhattacharya highlighted severe malpractices like illegal water pumping, overpricing electricity tariffs, and the breakdown of the handloom industry. He emphasized the plight of farmers, alleging false promises and manipulation over potato procurement rates.
The BJP leader raised environmental alarms over illegal constructions and non-participation in national agricultural programs. Bhattacharya paints a grim picture of Bengal's rural development trajectory, attributing widespread issues to the TMC's governance.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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