The state government of Haryana, led by CM Manohar Lal Khattar, has given farmers a significant gift: interest on agricultural loans has been waived. In addition, penalties will not be assessed; this has been declared in the state budget.
Chief Minister of Haryana Manohar Lal Khattar unveiled the budget for the financial year 2024-25, setting aside Rs 1.89 lakh crore, an increase of over 11% from the previous year. Khattar emphasizes the government's efforts for farmers' welfare, highlighting the provision of minimum support price for 14 crops.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has announced a budget of Rs 1.89 lakh crore for the 2024-25 fiscal year, despite ongoing farmer protests at the Punjab-Haryana borders. The government has provided a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 crops and increased financial compensation to Rs 1 crore for families of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.