In Brief
This petition challenged the adequacy of the Central Government's response to the farmer suicide crisis in India. The Court examined extensive schemes covering crop insurance, agricultural credit, market access, and irrigation facilities. The Attorney General informed the Court that over 5 crore farmers were already covered, with 30% of cropped area secured and coverage projected to reach 50% by 2018-19. The Court held that such complex socio-economic issues cannot be resolved overnight and that the Government deserves time to implement schemes properly. The Court directed consideration of intervenor suggestions and posted the matter for review after six months.
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