Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu stated that the NDA coalition government is focusing more on farmers welfare and committed to modernise agricultural sector using technology.
The chief minister, participating in the “PM-Kisan – Annadata Sukheebhava” third installment fund release program held at Surampalli in Gannavaram constituency of Krishna district along with farmers, virtually watched Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address from Guwahati. From Assam, the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister together credited Rs 2,670 crore directly into the bank accounts of 46.85 lakh farmers in the state.
The Chief Minister stated that due to the impact of the ongoing global conflicts, agricultural and poultry products such as bananas and eggs are facing market challenges and the government is exploring alternative markets.
Stating that he is son of a farmer and have complete understanding of agriculture, the ChiefMinistersaid through the Pattiseema project ensured irrigation water for the Krishna delta and stabilized agriculture. Now we are committed to completing Polavaram, the lifeline of the state.
He said the government’s goal is to bring modernization into agriculture. Technologies such as seed sowing through drones and drip irrigation are being promoted. The state also plans to establish an Indian School of Agriculture, on the lines of the Indian School of Business, to provide farmers with advanced guidance in modern farming methods.
Additionally, a Cocoa City over 500 acres will be established in Eluru district. The Chief Minister said that apart from financial assistance, the government has procured 4.7 million metric tonnes of paddy and ensured payments within 24 hours. Aqua farmers are being supplied electricity at Rs 1.50 per unit.
Local public representatives and farmers participated.
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