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Billion-dollar baskets, half-capacity lives: The blind spot in Indian agricultural policies

BusinessLine 1d ago·29 Aug 2026, 3:26 am

A new trade framework in India is being designed to boost economic growth, but experts warn it currently lacks a crucial focus on rural welfare and health. Without integrating these social metrics, the policy risks creating a disconnect between market gains and the actual well-being of the farming population.

This gap is significant because a healthy, supported rural sector is the foundation of a stable economy. If the new framework fails to address these needs, it could lead to long-term instability, making it harder for businesses to operate sustainably in the long run.

Investors should watch how the government plans to balance trade liberalization with social support. The success of this new policy will depend on its ability to create inclusive growth that benefits both the economy and the agricultural community.

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