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Concerns are growing over a fertiliser shortage in Aska, Ganjam district, with long queues of farmers seen waiting for supplies on Tuesday. Since Monday night, hundreds have lined up outside the Multipurpose Cooperative Society (MPCS) near the Aska bus stand, hoping to secure their share.
The scarcity triggered unrest and tension, as frustrated farmers blocked roads, causing traffic disruptions. The situation was brought under control after intervention by administrative officials and local police.
Many farmers had also gathered at the MPCS on Monday but returned home empty-handed as stocks ran out before their turn. Reports su...