Rahul Gandhi meets farmers, vows to push for MSP legal guarantee

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok SabhaRahul Gandhi engaged with a 12-member delegation of farmer leaders from various states on Wednesday. After the meeting, Rahul Gandhi assured the farmers that the Opposition alliance would press the central government to draw provision for a legal guarantee of minimum support price (MSP).

The minimum support price, or MSP, is the lowest price set by the Government of India for certain crops grown during the kharif and rabi seasons, deemed fair and beneficial for farmers to ensure their profitability and livelihood.

Unlike the procurement price and issue price, MSP is specifically designed to provide financial support to farmers and is typically announced before the sowing or planting season begins. This measure helps farmers make informed decisions about their crop choices, aligning with the government’s aim to stabilise agricultural income and encourage sustainable farming practices.