That's a great question! Farmers are worried that this move will lead to a demise of the MSP system. If private retailers become the predominant buyers then, practically, the MSP may become redundant. And while farmers will have more freedom, they may not always have the ability to resist pressure imposed by private players.
Why will the farmers strike a deal with private buyers if they can sell it in a mandi at the MSP? I mean its upon them right?
That's a great question! Farmers are worried that this move will lead to a demise of the MSP system. If private retailers become the predominant buyers then, practically, the MSP may become redundant. And while farmers will have more freedom, they may not always have the ability to resist pressure imposed by private players.