Andhra Pradesh minister pledges relief package for flood-hit Srikakulam farmers

A senior minister has assured farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district that relief measures are underway following widespread submersion of agricultural lands due to heavy rainfall and flooding. The commitment comes as the district grapples with significant crop losses affecting rural livelihoods across multiple mandals.

Local farming communities have faced considerable hardship as inundated fields have threatened harvests and left significant portions of cultivable land unusable. The submerged farmlands span considerable acreage, with water levels impacting both standing crops and soil fertility in affected areas.

The state government's relief package is expected to provide direct financial compensation to impacted farmers, helping offset losses from damaged crops and unusable land. Officials indicated that assessments are underway to quantify the extent of agricultural damage across the district and determine the scope of assistance required.

Srikakulam, located in northern coastal Andhra Pradesh, is prone to flooding during monsoon seasons. The region's agricultural economy, heavily dependent on paddy cultivation and other crops, remains vulnerable to such natural disasters. Authorities have urged farmers to register their losses with revenue departments to ensure timely disbursement of compensation.