Chandra Vempaty 223 days ago

I am amused to read comments which treat the scheme as simple arithmetic and are based on back of the envelope calculation.It is not.Several terms and conditions,exemptions,limits apply to it.Further many opposition ruled states are not implementing it for political reasons.One should be aware of them before making any comment.Yes,all subsidies are a drain on taxpayer money.We need political consensus to limit subsidies and put the money to productive uses.It is easier said than done.The one merit of the scheme is that it ensures the money goes directly into the account of the farmer and middlemen do not get their cut.