PM Modi, Shah laud move to boost agriculture income

A day after the Centre removed the minimum export price of onion and Basmati rice , and increased import duty on edible oils, PM Modi , home and cooperation minister Amit Shah , and agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasised how the decisions would not only boost export but also ensure that farmers get better price of their crops.

"We are leaving no stone unturned for the benefit of our farmer brothers and sisters who have been working round the clock to ensure the country's food security... ," PM Modi said, responding to Chouhan's multiple posts on X about benefits of the "farmer-friendly" decisions.

Shah said the govt is boosting exports to ensure farmers receive a fair pri- ce, allowing them to earn maximum value for their produce.