Hundreds of Punjabi farmers take out loans with interest rates so high that many are driven to suicide after being unable to repay them.
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Hundreds of Punjabi farmers take out loans with interest rates so high that many are driven to suicide after being unable to repay them.
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In Punjab, farmers like Inderjit Singh Jaijee face a grim reality as they struggle with the consequences of the Green Revolution. Once celebrated for its fertile fields, the region now suffers from a poisoned water supply due to excessive use of pesticides and fertilizers. Many farmers take out loans from middlemen at crippling interest rates, leading to financial ruin. As desperation mounts, some resort to opium to cope, while others tragically choose to end their lives, leaving families shattered and communities in mourning.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Punjab's water is poisoned by chemicals.
- Find out why farmers are turning to opium.
- Meet families affected by farmer suicides.
Did You Know
- Punjab's water table is sinking at an alarming rate due to excessive water use.
- Farmers in Punjab often consume opium to endure long working hours.
- Many Punjabi families face the loss of a male family member due to farmer suicides.
- Loans from middlemen in Punjab come with extortionate interest rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main agricultural product of Punjab, India?
Punjab is famous for its lush rice fields and wet, fertile soil.
What is causing the water table in Punjab to sink?
Farmers are conned into buying excessive pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers that require ten times more water.
What substance do farmers in Punjab use to cope with their struggles?
Many farmers resort to using opium to help them work longer and harder.
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