Telangana farmers gained ₹89,729 cr through urea subsidies in 12 Years: Kishan Reddy
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated that Telangana farmers received ₹89,729 crore in urea subsidies over the last 12 years. He emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining low fertilizer prices despite rising global costs.
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The report highlights the fiscal impact of agricultural subsidies on the national budget and farmer welfare.
Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy on Wednesday said Telangana farmers have benefited by about ₹89,729 crore through urea subsidies over the past 12 years, with a farmer owning two acres of land receiving an average annual benefit of ₹25,368 under the Centre’s subsidy scheme.
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