Raising the issue through a Special Mention, Y S Chowdary (TDP) demanded steps to check diversion of agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes.
In another land related issue, Kumar Deepak Das (AGP) stressed the need for making a comprehensive land policy to protect the interests of indigenous people of Assam.
D Raja (CPI) demanded strict implementation of the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976.
Vijay Darda (Cong) stressed the need for giving more emphasis in planning on health, education and energy.
Hussain Dalwai (Cong) wanted that the National Mission for Food Processing be extended to Konkan region.
C M Ramesh (TDP) said there was need for consolidating social welfare schemes for youths, particularly rural youths, under one organisation.
Bhupender Yadav (BJP) sought deterrent action against pharma companies responsible for unethical clinical trials in the country.