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Maha mantri's beggar jibe over Rs 1 crop insurance triggers row

IndiaTimes Friday, 14 February 2025 ()
Maharashtra agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate faced backlash for comparing the Re 1 crop insurance scheme to begging, amid widespread rejection of claims. He clarified his comments were about scheme misuse, while critics call for free applications to prevent fraud. Opposition demands an apology for farmers.
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