INDIA

'We Must Make Sure Hunger Does Not Emerge as a Bigger Killer'

The Indian government released a 1.75 lakh crore relief package to deal with the COVID-19 crisis.

The most widely quoted currency amount in India these days seems to be 1.76 Lakh Crore Indian Rupees (0r 40 Billion US Dollars). 

INR 1.76 Lakh Crore ($40 Billion) – Vadakkus!

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Peoples Dispatch

27 Mar 2020

The Indian government released a 1.75 lakh crore relief package to deal with the COVID-19 crisis. However, the provisions for farmers and agricultural workers have been criticized by leftist organizations and activists, who say it is deeply inadequate. We talk to Vijoo Krishnan of the All India Kisan Sabha on the issues being faced by farmers during this crisis and the steps the government needs to take.