BJP ‘purchased’ govt in Karnataka with loot money: Rahul

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that the present BJP dispensation in Karnataka was not an elected government, but one “purchased” with the money looted from the people.

“Gautam Adani and Ambani have availed of loans to the tune of lakhs of crores. They were granted loans at short notice and they were waived also. But, farmers’ loans have not been waived,” he said

“We will ensure uniform price for sugarcane across the state. Honest efforts will be made to resolve the problems faced by farmers. Protecting farmers’ interest is our motto,” he said.

Anand Jagtap, a farmer said that Rs 2,700 per tonne of sugarcane paid by the sugar factories was insufficient. Concurring with him, Rahul said that prices of essential commodities have skyrocketed and GST had to be paid even for agricultural equipment.