Insurance Claim of Rs 78 Crore Issued to 18,000 Cotton Farmers

Key Highlights

• 18,000 farmers in Sirsa received Rs 78 crore 19 lakh claim.

• 82,000 farmers applied for insurance compensation in 2024.

• Pending claims for paddy and millet to be processed soon.

• Officials working to resolve queries for remaining farmers.

• Rajasthan farmers can report damage on helpline 14447.

The Haryana government has started distributing insurance claims to farmers affected by crop damage. Under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana,18,000 farmers in Sirsa district have received a total of Rs 78 crore 19 lakh as compensation.

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Farmers Receive Compensation for Crop Loss

In 2024, around 82,000 farmers in Sirsa district applied for insurance claims after their crops were damaged due to adverse weather, pests, and diseases. The AgricultureDepartment has now started transferring claim amounts directly to farmer’s bank accounts, bringing relief to many.

More Farmers to Get Compensation Soon

Officials have assured that the remaining farmers will receive their insurance claims soon. Deputy Director of Agriculture, Sukhdev Singh Kamboj,stated that some claims were under review due to queries raised by the insurance company regarding crop damage in 15 villages. The department is working on resolving these queries to ensure that all eligible farmers receive their compensation.

Compensation Based on Crop Damage Assessment

The insurance claim distribution is based on crop yield assessments conducted in affected villages. Farmers who had insured cotton, paddy, and millet under the Kharif 2024 season are eligible for compensation. So far, claims have been issued only for cotton crops, while compensation for paddy and millet is still pending.

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Strict Action to Ensure Timely Claims

The Haryana government is closely monitoring the process to ensure all farmers get their due claims. The Agriculture Department has been directed to expedite pending claims and address farmer's complaints regarding delayed payments.

Farmers in Rajasthan Can Report Crop Damage

In Rajasthan, farmers have suffered heavy crop losses due to unseasonal rains and hailstorms. The Jaipur District Collector, Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni, has instructed officials to assess the damage and coordinate with insurance companies for quick relief. Farmers can report crop damage by calling the Kisan Rakshak Helpline, toll-free at 14447, under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

This initiative aims to provide financial relief to affected farmers and help them recover from losses caused by unpredictable weather conditions.

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CMV360 Says

The Haryana government’s efforts to compensate farmers highlight the importance of crop insurance in protecting livelihoods. While thousands have received claims, the remaining farmers await their compensation. With ongoing assessments and strict monitoring, authorities aim to ensure that all affected farmers receive their due relief soon.