Farmers protest in Dharwad against power supply privatisation move
Farmers in Dharwad protested against the potential privatization of the power sector, fearing the loss of free electricity for irrigation. They also submitted demands regarding crop insurance and drought relief.
Why it matters
The protest highlights the tension between economic liberalization policies and the welfare of the agricultural sector in India.
Scores of farmers took to the streets and blocked a road in Dharwad on Tuesday in protest against the State government’s reported move to privatise power supply and also, seeking the fulfilment of various pending demands.
The article provides a balanced account of the farmers' grievances and their specific demands.
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