CPI(M) teams to assess drought conditions in Andhra Pradesh from September 16
The CPI(M) Andhra Pradesh committee will conduct a six-day drought assessment tour across the state from September 16-21, claiming severe drought conditions in 655 mandals with significant crop loss and livelihood issues. Party secretary V. Srinivasa Rao estimated crop losses exceeding ₹5 lakh crore and criticized the state government for inadequate relief measures.
Why it matters
This assessment highlights a critical agricultural and economic crisis in Andhra Pradesh, potentially leading to calls for government intervention, relief efforts, and policy changes to support affected farmers and agricultural workers.
The CPI(M) Andhra Pradesh committee will undertake a six-day drought assessment tour across the State from September 16 to 21.
In a statement on Tuesday, party State secretary V. Srinivasa Rao said that drought conditions prevailed in 655 mandals. He claimed that nearly 80% of the crops had not been sown, while crops raised in several areas suffered damage. He said drinking water shortage and power cuts had begun, and agricultural workers were facing a loss of livelihood.
The CPI(M) leader estimated the crop loss at more than ₹5 lakh crore, and alleged that the State government failed to initiate relief measures commensurate with the severity of the situation. He also said that Central teams had not yet visited the State to assess the situation.
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