Naidu directs comprehensive support for farmers in A.P. amid El Niño threat
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has ordered comprehensive support for farmers as the state faces a severe rainfall deficit and potential drought. Measures include crop insurance, alternative crop promotion, and the establishment of an El Niño control room.
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Proactive government intervention is critical for food security and economic stability in regions vulnerable to climate-induced agricultural failure.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday directed officials to extend all possible support to farmers as the State braces for severe El Niño-induced drought conditions. He underscored the need for timely advisories, universal crop insurance, and coordinated mitigation efforts.
Chairing a review meeting at the Secretariat, Mr. Naidu assessed the likely impact of El Niño and the government’s preparedness. Officials informed him that Andhra Pradesh recorded a 69% rainfall deficit in July, while rainfall during the June-November season is expected to remain 35-40% below normal. Against the normal rainfall of 844 mm, the State is likely to receive only 551 mm this season. They said all districts could be affected, with West Godavari, Prakasam, Annamayya, Krishna and YSR Kadapa expected to face acute drought conditions.
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