Lucknow, April 4: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has requested reports from district officials regarding the difficulties faced by farmers due to unseasonal rainfall in several districts on Saturday. He emphasized that efforts must be made to minimize the impact of disasters on farmers. Compensation for loss of life, livestock, and injuries must be ensured within 24 hours, with no tolerance for negligence.
The Chief Minister instructed officials to remain on high alert. They are to assess the damage to crops caused by the weather and gather comprehensive information to provide relief as soon as possible. The revenue, agriculture department, and insurance companies are to conduct a joint survey of crop losses and inform the government, facilitating prompt compensation for farmers.
Adityanath stated that the government stands with the residents of the state in every adverse situation. Continuous rainfall has affected farmers’ crops, and compensation for the damaged crops is being arranged. He urged officials to quickly assess the damage caused by Saturday’s rainfall. The Chief Minister directed that officials work sensitively in the interest of farmers, ensuring that no difficulties arise for them.
He instructed all district officials to remain in the field, assess the situation, and accurately evaluate the damage to crops in affected areas. This will ensure timely assistance for farmers. The Chief Minister also advised the Chief Secretary (Agriculture) and the Relief Commissioner to maintain direct contact with field officials and coordinate effectively. All information must be collected promptly and provided to the government to facilitate timely relief efforts.
Farmers are encouraged to report their crop losses to the government/administration. Those who have insured their crops and have incurred damage, even if the crops are stored in the barn, are covered by insurance for up to 14 days. Such farmers can register their issues within 72 hours by calling the toll-free number 14447.
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