₹243.52 crore interim crop insurance relief released to 2.9 lakh farmers in Kalaburagi
The Hindu
Kalaburagi farmers receive ₹243.52 crore in interim crop insurance relief as Minister Kharge promotes Millet Hub and agricultural initiatives.
Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge said the State government would make every effort to ensure that the proposed Millet Hub is established in Kalaburagi district, provided the Agriculture Department submits a detailed project report (DPR) along with a blueprint at the earliest.
The establishment of a Millet Hub was announced in the 2026-27 State Budget, but the location has not yet been finalised as several districts have staked claim for it, he said.
The Minister was speaking after inaugurating the district-level Millet Fair-2026 in Kalaburagi city on Saturday. The event was organised jointly by the district administration, zilla panchayat, and the Agriculture Department for releasing interim crop insurance compensation to 2.90 lakh farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge during the district-level Millets Fair-2026 in Kalaburagi on Saturday. | Photo Credit: ARUN KULKARNI
Mr. Kharge said the proposed Millet Hub aims to promote millets by creating a dedicated centre for agricultural product promotion, research, processing, and distribution. He added that just as “Kalaburagi rotti” has earned a brand identity, a digital marketing platform would also be created for millets to enable farmers to connect directly with consumers.
To enhance farmers’ income, Custom Hiring Service Centres have been opened across the district, enabling farmers to rent nine types of agricultural machinery at subsidised rates under a project costing ₹4.45 crore, he said. Additionally, four drone-based spraying centres have been established at a cost of ₹1.97 crore.
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