Karnataka CM orders probe after sugarcane-laden tractors torched amid Bagalkote farmers’ protest over pricing

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday announced that a probe will be launched to identify those behind the burning of tractors and trolleys loaded with sugarcane in Bagalkote district. The incident took place on Thursday evening amid a farmers’ protest demanding a procurement price of Rs. 3,500 per tonne. Tension gripped parts of Bagalkote after … Continue reading Karnataka CM orders probe after sugarcane-laden tractors torched amid Bagalkote farmers’ protest over pricing