CPI seeks special compensation for rain-hit farmers in Andhra Pradesh
CPI State secretary G. Eswaraiah has requested the Andhra Pradesh government to provide immediate financial compensation to farmers affected by severe rains and flooding. He also called for a comprehensive crop loss survey and urgent restoration of power infrastructure in damaged districts.
Why it matters
The request highlights the economic vulnerability of farmers during extreme weather events and the need for government intervention in disaster relief.
CPI State secretary G. Eswaraiah has urged the State government to provide immediate relief and special compensation to the farmers, tenant farmers and people affected by heavy rains triggered by the severe depression.
In a statement on Friday, he sought compensation for losses to crops and houses, and loss of lives reported in the north coastal and coastal districts of the State. He said seven persons died, according to preliminary estimates, after electricity poles and wires fell in several districts. Power supply was disrupted in 1,468 villages, he said.
Mr. Eswaraiah said 276 electricity poles fell in Srikakulam district and around 129 poles and 31 transformers were damaged in Vizianagaram district. He urged officials to restore power on a war-footing while ensuring safety.
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