Telangana Political JAC Chairman Prof. Kodandaram has announced that he would observe ‘Mouna Deeksha’ (silent protest) on October 2 in protest against the State government’s apathy towards farmers. He also said he will tour the districts after October 2 and elicit problems of the farmers and give a call to participate in ‘Chalo Hyderabad’ march. Participating in a round-table on ‘Telangana Farmers Adverse Conditions — Drought and Crop Loans’ held here on Tuesday, Prof. Kodandaram demanded that the TRS government discuss the farmers’ issue for a full day in the Monsoon session of the Assembly. He also warned the TRS government that he would observe Mouna Deeksha in front of the Assembly if the government failed to mend its attitude. (Photo: Zabi)