Sowing of seeds much higher this year than last year: Radha Mohan Singh

“And if you compare the figures of January 1 to this day, then also its is higher than last year, in terms of sowing seeds,” Singh told PTI on the sidelines if the Indian Seed Congress programme in Kolkata.

Banerjee, who has been constantly protesting against the decision of demonetisation had alleged that farmers were not able to buy seeds during the sowing season in November -December due to the impact of demonetisation. When Singh was asked why Banerjee is making such allegations, he said, “I have given you the figures, it is for you to understand.”

Singh, during the programme, lauded the decision of demonetisation and said India is fortunate to have a Prime Minister like Narendra Modi. “Demonetisation has helped the rural economy in a big way. Due to the economic policies of Narendra Modi government the poor section of the society has also benefited. India is fortunate to have a Prime Minister like him,” he said.