Swift action will be taken to resolve farmers’ issues: Mysuru DC

Deputy Commissioner addresses farmers' concerns, ensures proper execution of water initiative, financial transparency, and agricultural support.

Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy on Thursday assured that the district administration would take necessary steps to address the concerns of farmers.

Presiding over the Mysuru district-level farmers’ grievances meeting held at the zilla panchayat auditorium, Mr. Reddy said the “Har Ghar Jal” initiative, launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti in 2019 under the Jal Jeevan Mission, aims to provide daily tap water to every rural household by 2024.

However, in light of complaints regarding the improper execution of the scheme, the Deputy Commissioner instructed the zilla panchayat officials to ensure all works are carried out strictly as per the guidelines.

He also directed officials to maintain RO drinking water units properly.

On the financial challenges faced by farmers, Mr. Reddy said many pledge their gold to secure agricultural loans. In reply to the observation, the Lead Bank Manager clarified that all banks operate under the Reserve Bank of India guidelines, and steps will be taken to ensure farmers receive complete and accurate information on loan interest terms and conditions.

During the meeting, concerns related to sugarcane cultivation were also raised, with farmer representatives requesting meetings with sugar factory managements under the chairmanship of the district in-charge Minister.

In response, Mr. Reddy said the Chunchanakatte Shrirama Sugar Factory will begin operations this year following a new agreement and said that the Bannariyamman Sugar Factory is currently operational. A committee has been formed to look into any issues about its functioning.