Raghavulu demands relief for ryots
CPI(M) leader B.V. Raghavulu visited drought-hit villages in Nalgonda to assess crop damage caused by El Nino conditions. He demanded that the government provide immediate financial relief, insurance, and support for farmers facing severe water scarcity.
Why it matters
Reflects the ongoing political pressure on state governments to address agricultural crises and climate-induced economic distress.
Raghavulu demands relief for ryots left Communist Party of India (Marxist) Politburo member B.V. Raghavulu, along with party leaders, interacted with distressed farmers at their paddy field in drought-hit Charlapally village in Nalgonda district on Thursday. NAGARA GOPAL The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/d6z5r1/article71612865.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Drought%20hit%20villages%20due%20to%20El%20Nino%20conditions%2007.jpg NAGARA GOPAL Hyderabad, Telangana, 14/10/2026: Communist Party of India (Marxist) Polit Bureau member, B.V. Raghavulu along with party senior leaders interacted with distressed farmers at their paddy field drought-hit villages Charlapally Village in Nalgonda district on Thursday, October 22, 2026, to assess crop loss due to El Nino conditions, Mr. Raghavulu interacted with distressed farmers facing severe water scarcity and deficient rainfall. He demanded that state and central governments declare Nalgonda a drought-affected region and immediately extend input subsidies, crop insurance, and interest-free loans.
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