The Karnataka government has made an urgent appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in the state's growing agricultural crisis as prices of maize and green gram have witnessed a dramatic crash in recent weeks.
State Government's Emergency Appeal
In a formal memorandum submitted to the Prime Minister's Office, the Karnataka administration highlighted the severe distress facing farmers across the state. The document emphasized the critical nature of the situation, noting that nearly 32 lakh metric tonnes of maize is currently available for sale in Karnataka, creating an unprecedented supply glut that has driven prices to unsustainable levels.
The massive surplus has created market conditions that demand immediate governmental action to prevent widespread economic devastation among the agricultural community. State officials have characterized the situation as requiring emergency measures to protect farmer livelihoods.
Scale of the Agricultural Crisis
The price collapse affects two of Karnataka's key agricultural commodities, threatening the financial stability of thousands of farming families. The memorandum clearly states that the current market dynamics cannot be resolved without central government intervention and policy support.
With such enormous quantities of maize flooding the market, farmers are facing significant losses despite having invested substantial resources in cultivation. The green gram sector is experiencing similar challenges, compounding the agricultural distress across multiple crop segments.
Call for Immediate Action
The state government's appeal to Prime Minister Modi underscores the urgency of the situation. Agricultural experts warn that without prompt intervention, the price crash could have long-lasting consequences for Karnataka's rural economy and food production systems.
The memorandum outlines the need for comprehensive measures to address both immediate price stabilization and longer-term market reforms to prevent similar crises in the future. State authorities are seeking coordinated efforts between state and central agencies to provide relief to affected farmers.
As the situation continues to develop, agricultural communities across Karnataka are watching closely for central government response to what local officials describe as an emerging emergency in the state's vital farming sector.
