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K.T. Rama Rao has sharply criticized the Congress government for reversing Telangana's remarkable progress in reducing farmer suicides. During KCR's leadership, the state achieved a 96% reduction in agricultural deaths through innovative welfare schemes. The BRS leader argues that the current government's policies have led to over 700 farmer deaths in just two years. KTR is calling for a return to the welfare-oriented governance that previously protected Telangana's farming community.

Key Points: KTR Exposes Rising Farmer Suicides Under Congress Rule

  • KCR reduced farmer suicides by 96% during his tenure
  • Congress rule saw over 700 farmer deaths in two years
  • Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima schemes transformed farmer welfare
  • NCRB data shows Telangana's significant reduction in agricultural distress
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Farmer suicides rising again in Telangana, says KTR

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao highlights dramatic increase in Telangana farmer suicides after KCR's exit, citing NCRB data and policy failures.

"By the end of KCR's term, farmer suicides had reduced to just 56 cases - K.T. Rama Rao, BRS Working President"

Hyderabad, Oct 1

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao on Wednesday claimed that farmer suicides in Telangana are rising again under Congress rule, with more than 700 farmers ending their lives during the last two years.

The former minister stated that during former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao's (KCR) tenure, farmer suicides in the state had fallen by a record 96 per cent, the sharpest decline in the entire country, as per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).

KTR told media persons that schemes like Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima had ushered in a golden era for Telangana's farmers, providing unprecedented financial stability and confidence.

The BRS leader said that Telangana had achieved remarkable progress under KCR's leadership, but the situation has completely deteriorated after Congress assumed power. "By the end of KCR's term, farmer suicides had reduced to just 56 cases. But in just two years of Congress rule, over 700 tragic farmer deaths have been recorded. This is a stark reflection of Congress' inefficiency and inhuman governance," he said.

Quoting NCRB data, KTR said that during KCR's decade-long rule, Telangana achieved the steepest reduction in farmer suicides in the country. In 2014, Telangana recorded 1,347 farmer suicides. By 2023, this number had dropped to just 56, marking a 95.84 per cent decline. In 2014, Telangana accounted for 10.9 per cent of farmer suicides nationwide, but by 2023, this fell to just 0.51 per cent.

Explaining the reasons for this progress, KTR said that initiatives such as Rythu Bandhu direct income support, Rythu Bima insurance cover, large-scale irrigation projects, and 24-hour free power supply to agriculture gave farmers security, stability, and self-confidence.

KTR urged the rest of the nation to learn from Telangana's example. "In neighbouring Maharashtra, where the BJP is in power, farmer suicides continue at alarming levels. The real question is: if Telangana could achieve this transformation, why can't Maharashtra and other states? Every government must ensure that no farmer dies due to lack of support," he remarked.

The BRS working president said that if farmers are to live with dignity and security, and if welfare-oriented governance is to continue, Telangana needs KCR back as Chief Minister.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While the statistics are alarming, we should be careful about politicizing farmer suicides. Both parties need to work together to find sustainable solutions for our agricultural community.
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Priya S
Rythu Bandhu was a game-changer! My uncle in Warangal received timely support that saved his crops. Why can't the current government continue these good schemes? Farmers are the backbone of our nation 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The 96% reduction under KCR is impressive data, but let's not forget that even one farmer suicide is one too many. All governments must prioritize agricultural reforms and mental health support for farmers.
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Ananya R
As someone working in rural development, I've seen firsthand how crucial 24-hour free power supply and irrigation projects are for farmers. These policies directly impact their livelihoods. Hope the current administration takes note!
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Vikram M
KTR is absolutely right! The numbers don't lie. From 1347 to 56 is remarkable progress. Congress government should learn from BRS's successful farmer welfare model instead of dismantling it. Shameful situation 😠

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