Andhra Pradesh introduces temporary ban on deadly pesticide
June 1, 2026
The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a 60-day ban on the sale, distribution, and use of a highly toxic pesticide.
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From dialogue to action: how an Indian state banned a deadly pesticide
May 18, 2026
Following Telangana’s landmark decision earlier this year to introduce a temporary ban on paraquat — a highly hazardous pesticide — CPSP Project and Policy Officer Dhannya V. Sasi retraces the steps that led to this move and considers its potential impact.
*Warning: This article discusses suicidal behaviour. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline.*
Myanmar and Telangana Take Action to Restrict Highly Hazardous Pesticides
April 14, 2026
The Government of Myanmar and the state government of Telangana in India have recently taken steps to restrict the use of highly hazardous pesticides.
Poison in a bottle: How a contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh killed children and why the world should be outraged
October 22, 2025
An investigative analysis of the 2025 Madhya Pradesh cough syrup tragedy and the global pattern of toxic contamination in children’s medicines by Mounika Bhukya, CPSP’s Project and Policy Officer.
*Warning: This article discusses suicidal behaviour and accidental poisoning. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline.*
Post Event: CPSP launches A.T.M – Any Time Money, a film on Natural Farming and the future of food.
July 29, 2025
A compelling new documentary exploring natural farming, soil health and the future of our food premiered on Monday 28th July at the Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) in Hyderabad, India.
Upcoming World Premiere: CPSP to launch A.T.M – Any Time Money, a film on Natural Farming and the future of food.
July 21, 2025
A compelling new documentary exploring natural farming, soil health and the future of our food is set to premiere in India next week (Monday 28th July).
What our review tells us about pesticide bans and why they work
June 25, 2025
Dr Bruna Rubbo, a Research Fellow at the University of Bristol and collaborator with the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP), shares insights into why pesticide bans are effective. It is based on recent research she led in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Bristol and CPSP.
*Warning: This article discusses suicidal behaviour. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline.*
India’s opposition to Chlorpyrifos ban undermines global health commitments.
May 12, 2025
Mounika Bhukya, CPSP’s project and policy officer, encourages India to align its pesticide policies with global health standards by supporting the chlorpyrifos ban under the Stockholm Convention, highlighting that true leadership is choosing science and long-term responsibility over outdated chemicals.
Pesticide poisoning in India: prevalence, challenges & opportunities
March 20, 2025
Professor Michael Eddleston explores the problem of pesticide poisoning in India and the challenges and opportunities for tackling the issue.
Inside Andhra Pradesh’s Natural Farming Movement
August 14, 2024
CPSP Project & Policy Officer Dhannya V. Sasi reflects on a recent visit to Andhra Pradesh and her interactions with the farmers abandoning chemical pesticides in favour of natural farming practices.