Farmers protest in Lakhimpur Kheri demanding sugarcane price hike to 600 rupees and payment of arrears

Farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri have launched a protest demonstration in front of the District Cane Officer's office to highlight their grievances. According to reports from the news agency, the farmers are frustrated with the lack of fair crop prices and delays in payments. Through this sit-in, they aim to bring their concerns to the attention of the local administration.

The primary demand of the protesting farmers is to set the sugarcane price at 600 rupees per quintal. They argue that current rates are insufficient given the rising costs of agricultural inputs. The farmers emphasize that they need better financial returns on their sugarcane crop to sustain their livelihoods effectively.

Beyond the price hike, the farmers have taken a firm stance on the issue of outstanding payments. They have demanded that the District Cane Officer provide a clear account of the interest due on payments pending from sugar mills. The farmers allege that delayed payments are causing them significant financial distress.

During the protest, the farmers raised slogans in support of their demands and expressed their expectation for immediate administrative action. They are urging officials to take their problems seriously and coordinate with sugar mills to expedite the payment process for the arrears.

At present, a large number of farmers have gathered outside the District Cane Officer's office. The atmosphere at the office premises remains tense due to the demonstration. The farmers have made it clear that their protest will continue until they receive concrete assurances regarding their demands.

There has been no official response from the local administration regarding this matter so far. However, the growing number of protesters is increasing pressure on the authorities. The farmers' organizations appear completely determined to pursue their demands.

This struggle of sugarcane farmers has been ongoing for a long time. Since sugarcane is cultivated on a large scale in the Lakhimpur Kheri region, this issue is directly linked to the local economy. It remains to be seen what steps the administration will take to address these concerns.