Alappuzha: In a tragic incident, a farmer, K.G Prasad, (55), committed suicide in Thakazhy. He consumed poison on Friday evening. Although he was taken to a private hospital in Thiruvalla, his life could not be saved. K.G Prasad is the district president of Kisan Sangh, a BJP farmer’s organisation. 

Police have found Prasad’s suicide note where he holds the government and three banks responsible for his death. In 2011, Prasad had taken an agricultural loan and this amount was repaid as a one-time settlement in 2021. However, it is reported that the bank loan was not granted to Prasad citing his low CIBIL score.

When the matter was investigated, it became clear that the PRS loan arrears had caused Prasad’s CIBIL score to drop. In connection with the procurement of rice, the government had given Prasad Rs 3 lakh as PRS loan. However, as the government did not repay this amount, Prasad was unable to avail other loans. These problems led to a major financial crisis for Prasad. An audio recording of Prasad crying and explaining his plight has surfaced.


(Suicide is not a solution to any problem. Please seek the help of a mental health expert if you are under distress. Contact toll free number: 1056)