Date:22/07/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/07/22/stories/2008072255040400.htm

Tamil Nadu - Chennai

DMDK protest on July 27

CHENNAI: The Desiya Murpokku Dravidar Kazhagam (DMDK) will organise a protest on July 27 in Thanjavur against the Tamil Nadu government’s handling of the farmers’ problems, according to a press release issued by the party. In the release, DMDK leader Vijayakant said non-availability of fertilisers, irrigation and electricity was resulting in heavy losses for farmers in the Thanjavur region. — Special Correspondent