<h1>Opposition slams government for Rs 5,000 silver plates at conference amid financial strain and unpaid farmers</h1> Opposition party criticized the state government for serving meals on silver plates costing Rs 5,000 each to estimate committee members during a Mumbai conference, calling it extravagant spending while the state faces financial strain. The opposition leader questioned government priorities, noting farmers are denied loan waivers, workers aren't paid on time, and welfare schemes face budget cuts. The party also raised concerns about deteriorating law and order, citing an incident involving a party office-bearer allegedly molesting a policewoman, and criticized the proposed expressway project requiring land acquisition from farmers.