Rural Development

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25 May 2012

Rural development minister Jairam Ramesh on Friday attacked government's subsidy policy for diesel, kerosene and LPG. The minister has instead suggested a roadmap to phase out subsidies for people who do not need them.

Dr Harry Potter: Expert in overseas rural development

25 May 2012

Dr Harry Potter, who died suddenly from an aortic rupture aged only 69, was a highly experienced development professional who worked for many years in Africa, Asia and South America.

Fuel subsidies perverse, says Jairam

25 May 2012

Rural development minister Jairam Ramesh on Friday called fuel subsidies perverse and wanted them phased out, wading into the battle over the petrol price on the side of reformists as the Centre struggled to douse the anger over the hike.