The BJP-led government this week ruled out the possibility of issuing a blanket loan waiver for farmers ahead of next year’s general election. But this is something of a red herring. After all, waivers have already been announced in numerous states that are controlled by the BJP over recent months, and more are likely to follow. Given that the waivers represent a direct cost to state governments, the overall fiscal deficit is set to widen significantly.
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