Majhi keeps his word, starts input subsidy disbursal for farmers

CHIEF Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday kickstarted input subsidy disbursement of ₹800 to farmers over and above the minimum support price (MSP) of ₹2,300, fulfilling another major election promise of the BJP here at Sohela.

- MAYANK BHUSAN PANI

Flanked by a host of ministers and legislators, Majhi hailed the day as historic for the state. "Especially for the farmers, this day will be etched in golden letters. Today, the government has reached out to provide appropriate price for your hard work," he said at Icchapali in Sohela.

Recalling that the decision was taken in the first cabinet meeting of the BJP government on June 12, Majhi said, the input subsidy was one among the four important promises discussed and approved.