Shivalinge Gowda visits fields in Hassan, assures drought-hit farmers relief
Newly appointed Karnataka Minister K.M. Shivalinge Gowda visited Hassan district to assess the impact of drought on local farmers. He engaged with agricultural workers and local officials to review the situation and discuss potential relief measures.
Why it matters
Highlights government response to agricultural crises and the political integration of new cabinet members in drought-prone regions.
K.M. Shivalinge Gowda, newly inducted into Karnataka Cabinet, on Wednesday, visited parts of Hassan district to review the drought situation along with officers. It was his first official visit to the taluk after taking the oath as Minister. The Chief Minister designated him Minister in-charge of Hassan district.
As he reached Kirisave, the entry point to Hassan district, Deputy Commissioner K.S. Latha Kumari welcomed him. Many leaders of the Congress party, including Member of Parliament Shreyas M. Patel, were present.
Speaking to the media, Mr. Shivalinge Gowda said that the Chief Minister had instructed the Cabinet colleagues to visit fields immediately and review the drought situation. “I am here to review the situation along with officers. I am thankful to the people of Arasikere who elected me as their representative four times and the people of Hassan for their support," he said.
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