Cong states to pass bill to defer new farm laws

Congress-ruled states are likely to hold special Assembly sessions to pass a bill to defer implementation of the three controversial farm laws that were cleared by the centre last month. The new farm laws have triggered massive protests across the country. According to reports, Congress central leadership has drafted a version of the bill and sent to states that it rules. The draft outlines two provisions: The first allows the state government to decide on date of implementation of the centre's laws. The second ensures contract farming between the farmer and any company cannot take place below a minimum support price.