Government raises Copra MSP by up to 121% for 2025 season
Friday, 20 December 2024 () The government has increased the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for copra for the 2025 season. Milling copra's MSP is set at Rs 11,582 per quintal, while ball copra's is Rs 12,100. This represents a substantial increase of over 120% since 2014. The hike aims to benefit coconut growers, boost copra production, and meet growing market demands.
In a fiery response to the violent clashes between farmers and police at Shambhu Border, Bajrang Punia condemns the use of tear gas and water cannons against protesting farmers. Punia, who is supporting the farmersβ demand for MSP (Minimum Support Price) on their crops, calls out the government for turning the Shambhu Border into a militarized zone. The protest, which was aimed at securing better agricultural policies, escalated when farmers attempted to remove barricades set up by the police. Watch the full video to understand the growing tensions between farmers and law enforcement.
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Friday, 20 December 2024 ()
![Bajrang Punia Slams Police for Using Tear Gas on Farmers: "Shambhu Border Turned Into Pak Border" [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241214/1396125218-Bajrang-Punia-Slams-Police-for-Using-Tear-Gas.jpg)
