Archive · 19 Sep 2025
APCC Chief Accuses TDP Government of Failing Onion Farmers
The APCC president, YS Sharmila, is upset with the current government.
She says that onion farmers are losing a lot of money.
Farmers are spending a lot of money to grow onions, but they're not making much back when they sell them.
She claims farmers are earning very little, about Rs 3,000 per acre, after investing Rs 1.2 lakh.
She questioned what the government is doing to help.
Sharmila also mentioned that the government promised a better price for onions but has not delivered.
She is criticizing the government and calling for them to help the farmers.
APCC president YS Sharmila accused the TDP-led NDA government of failing onion farmers.
Farmers allegedly receive Rs 3,000 per acre after investing Rs 1.2 lakh.
Sharmila claimed farmers are getting only Rs 0.5 per kg for onions.
She questioned government action regarding the crisis.
Sharmila demanded the government honor its promised minimum price and curb middlemen.
- Who
- YS Sharmila, APCC president
- What
- Accused the TDP-led NDA government of failing onion farmers.
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- Due to low prices received by farmers for their onion crops.
APCC
TDP-led NDA Government
Onion Farmer Support
APCC
The government is failing to support onion farmers, leading to financial losses.
TDP-led NDA Government
No immediate reaction from the TDP regarding the accusations.
- Accusation
- TDP-led NDA government 'drowning' onion farmers
- Loss Per Acre
- Rs 1.15 lakh
- Cost Per Acre
- Rs 1.2 lakh
- Return Per Acre
- Rs 3,000
- Price Per Kg (Alleged)
- Rs 0.5