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policy The Hindu Tuesday, 21 April 2026 NEW

Tamil Nadu election 2026: Jolarpet constituency residents demand boost for small industries, water supply for agriculture

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Summary

As per estimates, around 40,000 persons, mostly women, were directly engaged in 550 clusters of incense stick-making units

Key Facts

Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Affected Population ~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce

Key Numbers

Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
Jal Jeevan Mission: Rs 60,000 crore/year

Key Authorities

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers WelfareICARFCIMinistry of Jal ShaktiCPCB

Key Stakeholders

FarmersFPOsAgri-Input IndustryRural HouseholdsUrban Water UtilitiesFarmers (Irrigation)

Government Context

NDA III BJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
Left Centre Right

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