Lagatar24 Desk
Kannur: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday addressed a farmers’ conference in Peravoor, Kannur district of Kerala, where he launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that farmers’ interests are being compromised to protect political and financial interests.
‘Will Not Let Farmers Be Sacrificed’
Rahul Gandhi said that Indian farmers are being “sacrificed” to safeguard the economic foundation of the Prime Minister and the BJP. He asserted that Congress would not allow farmers to suffer at the hands of the central government. He also informed the gathering that the party is in the process of preparing a manifesto for Kerala’s farmers and invited suggestions from them.
He emphasized that Kerala’s strength lies in its farmers and workers, adding that the government should function as a service provider proactively reaching out to farmers instead of waiting for them to raise grievances.
Adani, Trade Deal and Parliamentary Allegations
Referring to the Adani Group, Rahul Gandhi claimed it was not an ordinary company but the “financial backbone” of the BJP and the Prime Minister. He mentioned that legal proceedings have been initiated against the group in the United States and alleged that this posed a clear challenge to the Prime Minister.
He further alleged that during a recent parliamentary session, he was not allowed to speak as Leader of the Opposition during the President’s address. According to him, this was because he intended to raise issues related to the US trade deal and cases against the Adani Group. He also referenced reports concerning the Epstein files while criticizing the government.
Concerns Over US Trade Agreement
Rahul Gandhi accused the Prime Minister of signing a trade agreement with the United States that, in his view, would harm Indian farmers. He argued that Indian farmers operate on small landholdings with limited mechanisation, while American farmers run highly mechanised, large-scale farms. Allowing US agricultural products greater access to Indian markets, he claimed, could adversely impact domestic farmers.
