MP Janardan Mishra’s Controversial Remarks on Farmers Spark Outcry at Rewa Govardhan Puja

At a Govardhan Puja function in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, Member of Parliament Janardan Mishra addressed a gathering and remarked that farmers are engaged in agricultural work for only three months a year, while the rest of the time is spent on playing cards, drinking alcohol and gambling. The comment, made from the stage, immediately drew sharp rebuke from farmer organisations and political opponents who accused the MP of misrepresenting the agricultural community. Social media users amplified the criticism, labeling the statement insensitive and out of touch with the realities faced by farmers across the state. Mishra later clarified that his remarks were intended to highlight the need for better livelihood opportunities for the farming sector, but the initial reaction continued to dominate public discourse. The episode underscores the heightened sensitivity surrounding farmer issues in the run‑up to upcoming elections.