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Andhra Pradesh farmer group demands ₹50,000 per acre relief for drought
The A.P. Rythu Sangham has called on the government to provide financial assistance to farmers affected by drought conditions. The agricultural organization has specifically requested ₹50,000 per acre as compensation for crop losses.
LSN India ·
A prominent farmer organization in Andhra Pradesh has urged state authorities to announce a relief package targeting drought-affected cultivators across the region. The A.P. Rythu Sangham has formally requested that the government provide ₹50,000 per acre as financial assistance to help farmers recover from crop damage and income losses caused by drought conditions.
The appeal comes as dry weather continues to impact agricultural output in several districts of the state. Farmer leaders have argued that the proposed relief amount is essential to prevent economic distress among rural households dependent on agriculture for their livelihood.
The A.P. Rythu Sangham has suggested that such assistance would help farmers meet immediate financial obligations and prepare for the next planting season. The organization has urged the government to act swiftly in addressing the hardship faced by the agricultural community.
Drought-related farm distress has emerged as a recurring concern in Andhra Pradesh, with agricultural organizations periodically demanding government intervention through financial support and other relief measures. The current appeal reflects ongoing concerns about the vulnerability of the farming sector to climatic challenges.