The MP farmer loan waiver has triggered a fresh political confrontation in Madhya Pradesh after a BJP minister questioned its credibility. State minister Vishwas Sarang claimed the Congress-led government waived loans of “fake farmers” during Kamal Nath’s 15-month tenure.
Sarang said the decision weakened cooperative banks across the state. He added that the current Mohan Yadav government is working to restore their financial health. According to him, the damage happened due to irresponsible policies of the previous regime.
Former Chief Minister Kamal Nath responded sharply and rejected the allegations. He released a district-wise list of beneficiaries and challenged the BJP’s claims. Nath said nearly 27 lakh farmers received loan waivers worth ₹11,646.96 crore in two phases.
He asked whether the BJP considers all these farmers fake. Nath demanded that Sarang apologise to farmers and the people of the state. He said loan waiver was his first decision after taking office in 2018.
Nath added that the Congress came to power largely due to this promise. He claimed the BJP toppled his government to stop further relief to farmers. He also accused the BJP of failing to deliver on MSP promises.
The renewed debate has pushed the MP farmer loan waiver back into the political spotlight. The issue continues to divide the ruling party and the opposition ahead of future elections.
