Sugarcane growers protest in North Karnataka, BJP extends support
Sugarcane farmers in Belagavi, Bagalkot, and Vijayapura demand ₹3,500 per tonne ahead of the crushing season. Protests include bandhs, rallies, and road blockades. BJP State President BY Vijayendra joined the farmers, pledging support and announcing he will celebrate his birthday at the protest site to urge government action.