Pakistan’s agricultural sector is facing a wheat crisis, prompting nationwide protests by farmers. The Kissan Ittehad Pakistan (KIP) alliance announced demonstrations starting May 10th to address their grievances.
Farmers Frustrated by Low Prices and Government Inaction
Farmers are fuming over plummeting wheat prices, falling well below the government’s support price of Rs 3,900 per 40kg. This comes despite a reported “bumper crop” and a recent wheat import that has left farmers feeling betrayed.
Nationwide Protests By Farmers Target Government’s Handling of Wheat Crisis
The KIP blames the caretaker government for the crisis, accusing them of causing a Rs 400 billion loss to the national treasury through unnecessary wheat imports. They allege the import benefited a “mafia” while farmers suffered financially.
Nationwide Protests By Farmers Demand Action and Support
The upcoming nationwide protests by farmers highlight the farmers’ frustration with the government’s inaction. KIP president Khalid Khokhar emphasizes the importance of agriculture to Pakistan’s economy and warns that inaction will negatively impact other crops. He calls for a thorough investigation into the wheat import and demands better support for farmers.
Uncertain Future for Pakistan’s Wheat Sector
The wheat crisis threatens the livelihoods of farmers and the stability of Pakistan’s agricultural sector. The upcoming protests signal a growing discontent and raise concerns about the future of this vital crop.
