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Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announces swift compensation for farmers affected by rain, hailstorm, and lightning, prioritizing immediate relief.
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In response to the recent weather disturbances causing widespread damage to crops, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a compensation plan for affected farmers in Uttar Pradesh. The state witnessed unexpected and severe weather conditions, including rain, hailstorms, and lightning, impacting agricultural yields across several districts.
The Yogi government has taken swift action to address the challenges faced by farmers. In a recent directive, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed officials to provide immediate relief to affected farmers. The government has pledged to send funds directly to the accounts of farmers within 24 hours to compensate for the damage caused to their crops.
Expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives due to lightning strikes in various districts, CM Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to provide financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased. This initiative aims to support the affected families during these challenging times.
In an official statement, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has mandated a comprehensive survey to assess the extent of damage to crops caused by strong winds and hailstorms in the state. District Magistrates, Deputy District Magistrates, and Tehsildars have been tasked with conducting on-the-spot surveys and providing detailed information to the concerned department.
Emphasizing the importance of timely and accurate compensation, the Chief Minister has warned against any negligence on the part of officials. Strict action will be taken if any officer is found to be careless in the compensation process.
As of March 2, more than seven thousand farmers from 50 districts have applied for crop compensation. Survey work on these applications is being conducted on a war footing, with 2681 applications already processed. The relief department has issued alerts in various districts, urging people to leave their homes only for urgent work to prevent any loss of life due to adverse weather conditions.
The Revenue (Relief) Department's portal reveals that Hamirpur district has the highest number of applicants, with 1256 farmers seeking compensation for damaged crops. Other districts, including Jalaun, Mirzapur, Lalitpur, Jhansi, and Banda, have also reported significant applications.
Relief Commissioner G.S. Naveen Kumar reported lightning-related fatalities in multiple districts. In response, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has authorized immediate financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of the deceased. The Relief Department is actively monitoring the situation, with ongoing efforts to expedite compensation to affected farmers.
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The Uttar Pradesh government's proactive approach aims to provide timely relief to farmers and support families affected by adverse weather conditions. The ongoing survey and compensation initiatives underscore the government's commitment to addressing the challenges posed by unseasonal rain, hailstorms, and lightning.