FAIFA slams exclusion of farmers from COP11; 36 million livelihoods at risk, urges govt action

Tobacco farmers’ association FAIFA has condemned their exclusion from the upcoming COP11 conference on tobacco control, calling it undemocratic. Despite repeated appeals, the COP Secretariat denies participation to farmers whose livelihoods are directly impacted by policy decisions. FAIFA urges the Indian delegation to protect farmers’ interests and ensure their voices are heard.