Paddy farmers to be given compensation before the end of Kharif 2021-22, says Minister Ch.Venu Gopala Krishna
The Hindu
According to the agriculture department, paddy crops in over 22,000 hectares have been damaged
Backward Classes Welfare Minister Ch. Venu Gopala Krishna on November 13 assured the release of compensation for paddy farmers before the completion of the Kharif season for the year 2021-22. Crops have been damaged due to incessant rainfall reported for over two days in the East Godavari district.
According to the agriculture department, by November 12, paddy crops in over 22,000 hectares in the 27 Mandals in the district have been damaged.
Accompanied by revenue and agriculture department officials, Mr. Krishna inspected the recently harvested and damaged crops in the Ramachandrapuram assembly segment.The Minister also inspected the crop in Amuzooru, Kulla, Sundarapalli, and Tamarapalli villages where he found damages.
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