Farmer’s Tragic Plea for Justice: Khammam Villager’s Suicide Highlights Neglect of Agricultural Grievances
Farmer’s Desperate Plea Ignored: Khammam Suicide Sparks Outcry
In a tragic turn of events, B Prabhakar, a 45-year-old farmer from Poddutur village in Chintakani mandal, ended his life on Monday. His final plea for justice, recorded in a heart-wrenching video, has sparked outrage and highlighted the dire consequences of neglecting farmers’ grievances.
Destruction of Farmland Ignored
Prabhakar’s anguish stemmed from the destruction of his three-acre farmland under Survey Nos. 277 and 276. Residents of Poddutur village—Kurapati Kishore, Pentyala Rama Rao, G Nagamalleshwar Rao, Mogili Srinu, and Muthaiah—reportedly damaged his land by digging up the soil with earthmovers. Despite lodging complaints with local authorities, including the Sub-Inspector (SI) and Tahsildar, no action was taken to address the damage.
A Heartbreaking Appeal for Justice
In a video recorded near Khammam, Prabhakar made an emotional appeal to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka. He implored them to intervene and provide justice for his family. Prabhakar expressed his disillusionment, stating that he had voted for the Congress party in hopes of a pro-farmer government but was left with no recourse but to take his own life.
Efforts to Seek Help Unheeded
Prabhakar’s plight had led him to Khammam on Monday, where he hoped to present his case to the District Collector. Unfortunately, he arrived too late as the grievance cell meeting had already concluded. Feeling abandoned and desperate, Prabhakar made the tragic decision to consume pesticide. He then called his family to inform them of his intentions.
Immediate Aftermath and Community Impact
By the time Prabhakar’s family alerted the authorities and reached the location, it was too late. Prabhakar was found deceased, and his body was subsequently transferred to the Government General Hospital in Khammam. A post-mortem examination was scheduled for Tuesday, followed by his last rites.
The incident has sent shockwaves through Poddutur village and the surrounding district. In response, the police have established a picket in the village to maintain order and prevent any further incidents.
Call for Government Accountability
This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for government accountability and prompt action in addressing farmers’ grievances. The death of B Prabhakar should serve as a wake-up call to authorities about the critical state of agricultural distress and the profound impact of neglecting farmers’ issues. Immediate and effective intervention is necessary to prevent further tragedies and to support the backbone of the nation’s economy—its farmers.
