Farmers demand inquiry into shortage of urea in Manipur
The Hindu
A press release said there were instances of urea bags getting smuggled into Myanmar through the border town of Moreh.
Farmers in Manipur, suspecting illegal diversion of urea, are demanding an inquiry into the shortage of the much-needed fertiliser. In a statement, the Loumi Shimee Apunba Lup (Lousal) demanded an inquiry into the “shortage of urea” faced by the State despite it getting an allocation that was more than the actual requirement. There have been growing complaints from farmers against the artificial scarcity created by some. Protesting farmers had launched a relay hunger strike demanding timely availability of urea ahead of the harvesting season. The fertiliser must be scattered in the paddy fields by the end of the month.More Related News
The event will run daily from 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., offering a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy dance and music performances, hands-on art experiences, film screenings, and exhibitions from 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. These will feature folk cuisines, leather puppets, philately, textiles, and handicrafts.