Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday urged Delhi Chief Minister Atishi to implement central government farmer welfare schemes in the national capital, saying he was willing to weather personal attacks if it benefits Delhi’s farming community.
“Abuse me or call me Dawood, it does not make any difference to me, but implement the farmer welfare schemes of the Government of India for the farmers of Delhi, give them the benefit of the schemes,” Chouhan said in a meeting with a group of Delhi-based farmers here.
He requested the Delhi CM to submit proposals immediately and take central funds for implementation of the central schemes.
Chouhan’s reference to Dawood Ibrahim, the notorious gangster, appeared to be a response to previous criticisms from Delhi’s leadership.
“I don’t mind if you abuse me, but give the benefits of the schemes to the farmers… It is not in my nature to abuse anyone. With folded hands request you to implement the schemes,” he said.