'Farmers Wish For Droughts As Their Loans Get Waived': Karnataka Minister's Remark Sparks Controversy

In a recent statement, Karnataka's Agriculture Minister, Shivanand Patil, suggested that farmers might prefer frequent droughts to benefit from loan waivers, as per reports by Indian Express.

Known for past controversial remarks, Patil's latest comment has intensified the ongoing political tensions between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka.

Leaders from the BJP, including state president B Y Vijayendra and former national general secretary C T Ravi, have condemned Patil's words as an insult to farmers and their cultural values.

This controversy comes at a crucial time as Karnataka faces one of its worst droughts, raising concerns about the well-being of the agricultural community.

The BJP is using this incident to highlight its commitment to farmers' rights and to hold the Congress government accountable for its handling of agricultural issues.

As the political drama unfolds, the BJP's call for Patil's resignation puts pressure on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to address the issue promptly.

The fallout from Patil's remarks could influence public sentiment and shape the discussion around farmer-centric policies in Karnataka.