Amravati, Oct. 15 -- Senior Congress leader Yashomati Thakur on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Maharashtra government over the rising number of farmer suicides, claiming that 36 farmers had taken the extreme step in Amravati district in just 40 days.
Describing the situation as extremely serious, Thakur said the figure reflected the distressing conditions of farmers in the region.
She questioned the quantum of financial assistance given by the government, saying offering just Rs 5,000 to farmers was a mockery.
According to her, the amount is akin to giving alms since even purchasing household groceries with Rs 5,000 has become difficult amid rising expenses.
She questioned how such a meagre amount could provide meaningful re...