Govt. considering relief for farmers who could not take up sowing, says Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddy
Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddy announced that the government is evaluating relief measures for farmers in Gadag district affected by drought and crop failure. Officials have been directed to conduct a scientific assessment of the damage before finalizing any compensation.
Why it matters
Effective drought relief is critical for the economic stability of rural farming communities facing climate-induced agricultural losses.
Minister Basavaraj Rayaraddy has said the government was considering relief for farmers who had paid crop insurance premiums as well as those who could not take up sowing due to inadequate rainfall.
Speaking to press persons after reviewing the drought situation in Shirahatti and Laxmeshwar taluks in Gadag district on Saturday, Mr. Rayaraddy said the matter would be discussed in the Cabinet before a decision was taken.
The Minister said that the rainfall deficit had damaged nearly 50% of crops in parts of Gadag district, while about 10% of the area could not be sown. Nearly 33,000 farmers in Shirahatti and Laxmeshwar taluks had paid crop insurance premiums.
He said the extent of crop damage had already crossed 50% in several areas and stressed the need for accurate assessment of both crop losses and areas left unsown.
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