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MPs from Karnataka meet the finance minister on impact of SARFAESI Act on planters

The Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has instructed banks to stop the e-auction of coffee estates under the SARFAESI Act, which allows banks to auction off secured assets of defaulters. This is a significant development for coffee planters in Karnataka, as the SARFAESI Act has been a major issue affecting their livelihoods. The Finance Minister's intervention highlights the government's efforts to address the concerns of the agricultural sector, which is crucial for exam preparation.