NDTV's Election Deep Dive: What Challenges Do Makhana Farmers Face?
Makhana may have become a global superfood, but the farmers growing it in Bihar's Purnia district say they're still battling serious challenges. Rahul Kanwal reports from a makhana farm, speaking directly with cultivators to understand their everyday struggles—from rising input costs to packaging rules, water issues, and market prices. With the government pushing for expansion through the new Makhana Board, what does the ground reality look like?
