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Jun 16, 2025
Sugarcane farmers detained during protest against TN CM Stalin
Seventeen sugarcane farmers in Thanjavur were detained on Monday while trying to wave black flags at Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's convoy. Their goal was to draw attention to unpaid dues from private sugar mills and push for government help—a move that highlights ongoing protests by farmers demanding better prices and support.
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Farmers' protest highlights ongoing issues in sugar industry
These farmers are asking for a fair price of ₹5,500 per ton and payment of ₹1,217 crore still owed by private mills. Their protest isn't just about money—it's about being heard and getting long-promised reforms in the sugar industry. The police action has sparked criticism from opposition leaders, who are calling on the government to listen to the farmers' concerns instead of silencing them.