New farms laws will weaken nation’s basis, says Rahul Gandhi

Congress chief Rahul Gandhi on Sunday stated the three new farm laws enacted by the Centre will “weaken” the muse of the nation, and requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to rethink the laws within the curiosity of farmers.

Virtually addressing the Chhattisgarh statehood day celebrations, Mr. Gandhi hailed a scheme launched by the state authorities to set English medium faculties in all districts, saying the language offers a world alternative to youth.

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The operate to have fun the statehood of Chhattisgarh, which got here into existence on November 1, 2000 after being carved out of Madhya Pradesh, was held at Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s official residence.

Mr. Gandhi stated the nation has been witnessing a tricky part because of COVID-19 outbreak. In such a scenario, the weakest sections like farmers, labourers, small businessmen, moms, sisters and youth are the worst-affected.

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“The condition of farmers in the country is known to everyone. We read news of farmer suicides every day. In a way, it is happening on such a scale that the country has accepted it,” he stated.

“But we should not accept it. We should protect farmers, labourers and small businessmen and stand with them,” the previous Congress president stated.

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“Farmers and labourers are the foundation of the country. Villages are the foundation of cities while farmers and labourers are the foundation of villages,” he stated.

“If we weaken the foundation — the farmers and the labourers — then the entire structure will weaken. When we protect farmers and labourers, we are not only protecting them but also safeguarding our nation and its future,” Mr. Gandhi stated.

“Similarly, youth and children are the foundation of our future. If we do not give opportunity to them, then we will be weakening the future of the nation,” he added.

Referring to the farm laws enacted by the central authorities, Gandhi stated, “I am pained that farmers in the country are being attacked.”

He famous that not too long ago throughout an election rally in Bihar, he stated mandi (farm produce markets) and minimal assist value (MSP) maintain a fantastic significance and these guarantee safety to the pursuits of farmers and labourers.

“I accept that there can be lacunae in mandi, MSP and procurement systems, but if we destroy the entire system, like it was done in Bihar in 2006, then the country’s foundation will be destroyed. Therefore, we have been fighting against the three new central farm laws, he said.

Mr. Gandhi also said he had asked the Prime Minister to reconsider these laws and strengthen the mandi system.

“If there are less number of Mandis, then increase it, and if there are flaws in the MSP, then rectify it, but don’t destroy the entire system.

“I am confident that the PM will reconsider the three laws in view of the sentiments of farmers as these laws will weaken the countrys foundation,” Mr. Gandhi stated.

On the event, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel launched the third instalment of money profit underneath the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojna to 18.38 lakh farmers within the state.

Mr. Baghel additionally launched the Swami Atmanand Government English Medium School scheme, geared toward offering schooling within the English language to college students throughout the state.

The Chief Minister additionally devoted cellular hospital-cum-laboratories in 30 city slum areas underneath the Chief Minister Urban Slum Health Scheme.

Hailing the schemes, Mr. Gandhi stated, “Many people will think what will happen if English medium schools are started.

But the English language provides a global opportunity to youth. Hindi and our local languages have their own place. But English language gives global opportunities.”

“The poor people should get this opportunity. We believe the sons of farmers and labourers should get big opportunities,” he stated.

Lauding the initiatives taken up by the Baghel authorities, he stated, “Chhattisgarh has set an example for the entire nation in terms of welfare initiatives for farmers, labourers and youths. The state government has been working with a new vision.”