Tamil Nadu election 2026: Poor delivery of schemes, lack of support for agriculture plagues Madurantakam constituency
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Summary
Farmers say that during the peak season, the DPCs find it difficult to process and move the large volume of paddy that they deposit there. Payments are often delayed too, sometimes for over a month to three months. Irulars in the constituency say they face stigmatisation and live in abject poverty
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source The Hindu - National
Published Monday, 20 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
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right