By Sunil Jena, Editor-in-Chief | The Politics Odia
The ongoing fertiliser crisis in Odisha has pushed farmers into deep distress, raising serious questions about the Chief Minister Mohan Majhi’s government’s governance. Farmers across the state are struggling to get fertiliser despite repeated assurances by the government that there is no shortage.
From standing in long queues overnight with Aadhaar cards in hand, to returning home empty-handed after hours of waiting, the plight of farmers has become unbearable. Farmers have staged road blockades in several districts in frustration, but the situation shows no improvement.
The government continues to claim that fertiliser stocks are available, but the ground reality tells a different story. Farmers say that PACS and LAMPS are failing to supply fertiliser, leaving them helpless in the peak agricultural season.
Today, the opposition BJD staged a strong protest in front of the Raj Bhavan, demanding immediate government action. Party leaders submitted a memorandum to the Governor, accusing the ruling BJP government of betraying the farmers. The protest turned tense when police stopped BJD leaders and workers from marching towards the Raj Bhavan. A heated confrontation and scuffle broke out between the police and protestors, highlighting the intensity of the crisis.
The Cooperative Minister, however, dismissed the allegations, insisting that fertiliser is available in the state and accusing the opposition of staging political drama.
But the reality in villages and towns is clear: farmers are suffering. The sight of farmers waiting in long lines, only to return disappointed, paints a grim picture. This crisis has not only exposed the government’s failure but also allowed the BJD to corner the ruling BJP on farmer issues.
As the fertiliser crisis deepens, the question remains—will the Mohan government act quickly to save the farmers, or will the political blame game continue while farmers pay the price?
