Representational photo SYED LATIF HOSSAIN'The government must ensure that only genuine farmers who need it have access to the loan'South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (Sanem) has called giving farmers for interest-free loan, rather than a 4% interest loan for them. "It must also be ensured that only genuine farmers who need it have access to the loan," it said. Dr Raihan in his third proposal said Sanem has been pointing out that due to the lockdown the internal mobility of agricultural workers has been curtailed. "The local administration, local businessmen and network of agricultural workers also need to collaborate in this regard. Specific health protocol for agricultural workers should be developed," the Sanem chief said.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 29, 2020 08:26 UTC