Hyderabad, Nov. 4 -- Farmers have urged Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender to protect Alwal Rythu Bazaar, warning that its removal for the construction of an elevated corridor could affect the livelihoods of around 1,500 farming families.

A group of farmers met the MP and submitted a representation, requesting him to intervene and ensure that they are not left without a place to sell their produce.

Farmers from villages in Medchal, Siddipet, Medak and Nalgonda districts bring vegetables to the Alwal market. They said around 1,000 to 1,500 farmers from different areas visit the market every day to sell their produce.

Alwal Rythu Bazaar has supported farmers for 26 years

The farmers said the market has been serving as a source of livelihood ...