Telangana Assembly Urges Paraquat Ban for Public Health
Published on: March 30, 2026, 7:31 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The Telangana Legislative Assembly passed a resolution urging the central government to ban paraquat dichloride, a hazardous herbicide. The ban aims to protect public health, farmers, and biodiversity. State Agriculture Minister Rao highlighted its deadly effects and called for immediate action against violators, stressing sustainable agriculture practices.
