535 farmers died due to unsafe pesticide use between January 2024-2026 in Rajasthan
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Summary
The department stated that farmers, agricultural labourers and other persons may fall ill and, in some cases, die due to failure to adopt necessary safety measures during pesticide spraying and because of indiscriminate and unsafe use of pesticides
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Sunday, 7 June 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
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right