New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- In a stinging critique of the Bharatiya Janata Party's economic policies, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav warned that the livelihoods of Indian fruit growers are under threat.
In a post shared on his WhatsApp channel, Yadav alleged that under the current regime, the "fruits" of the farmers' hard labour are being redirected into the pockets of foreign corporations.
The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister characterised the BJP as a party of "traders" and "middlemen" who prioritise commission over actual production and industrial growth.
Yadav's remarks centered on the concern that international players are increasingly encroaching upon the domestic fruit production and trade sectors. He described recent trends and...