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Trade deal with U.S. harming farmers' interests, says AIKS leader
AIKS president Ashok Dhawale claimed that India’s trade agreements with the United States have harmed farmers, criticizing their impact on agriculture. The remarks were made during a public meeting in Andhra Pradesh as part of a state conference.
Why It Matters
The statement underscores farmer concerns about the impact of trade policy on agriculture and may influence policy discussions on agricultural diplomacy.
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AIKS leader says trade deals with the U.S. harm farmers’ interests during AP conference
April 26, 2026
AIKS president Ashok Dhawale addressed a public meeting on the Veeramma Thalli temple premises at Uyyuru as part of the 4th State Conference of the Andhra Pradesh Tenant Farmers’ Association, alleging that India’s trade agreements with the United States have become a curse for farmers and are severely impacting the agricultural sector.