Senior leader didn’t help farmers much as agriculture minister: PM Modi takes a jab at Sharad Pawar in Shirdi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi indirectly criticized NCP chief Sharad Pawar, highlighting his ineffective role as Union agriculture minister and the plight of farmers during his tenure. Modi emphasized his government's efforts to improve the situation, including direct money transfers to farmers' bank accounts. He expressed concern about politicians using farmers for political gains and highlighted the projects worth over Rs 7,500 crore inaugurated during his visit to Shirdi. Modi also mentioned the delay in completing the Nilwande dam project and the financial irregularities and corruption under previous governments.