The Potato Predicament: Odisha vs. West Bengal

Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi blames West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee for the potato crisis, highlighting dependence on West Bengal for supply. Odisha's government aims to increase local production, accusing the previous BJD government of failing to make the state self-sufficient in potato cultivation.

Odisha's potato crisis continues to stir political tensions, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi blaming West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee for halting supplies, exacerbating the situation. He accused Banerjee of playing politics instead of showing cooperative spirit between the states.

Majhi criticized the former BJD government for not making Odisha self-sufficient in potato production, stating that the new BJP government has ramped up efforts to increase local cultivation. They provided substantial amounts of potato seeds to farmers, with plans for further agricultural support and infrastructure improvements.

Deputy Chief Minister K V Singh Deo echoed Majhi's sentiments, calling West Bengal's actions an act of blackmail and affirming Odisha's commitment to enhancing its agricultural output. As tensions escalate, both state governments remain locked in strategic maneuvering during this potato supply debacle.

(With inputs from agencies.)