Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has taken swift action following a recent hailstorm that caused significant damage to crops in the state. The Chief Minister has ordered a comprehensive assessment, known as ‘girdawari’, to evaluate the extent of crop loss and ensure timely compensation for affected farmers.
The hailstorm, accompanied by heavy rains and strong winds, struck several areas in Punjab and Haryana on Friday, leaving agricultural fields ravaged. Chief Minister Saini visited Indri in Karnal to assess the damage firsthand and directed officials, including ‘patwaris’, to expedite the ‘girdawari’ process.
“We have instructed officers and ‘patwaris’ to assess the crop damage immediately and conduct ‘girdawari’ so that affected farmers can receive compensation promptly,” stated Chief Minister Saini in a statement on social media platform X.
Meanwhile, Haryana Chief Secretary TVSN Prasad has instructed deputy commissioners to swiftly survey the affected areas and ensure that farmers receive compensation without delay. Emphasizing the importance of farmers’ satisfaction, Prasad underscored the need to expedite procurement activities during the ongoing Rabi marketing season.
During a review meeting with district officials and representatives from various agencies, Chief Secretary Prasad emphasized the prompt transfer of stocks from mandis to warehouses. He urged officials to facilitate communication between commission agents and farmers, encouraging farmers to avoid overcrowding mandis to accommodate incoming wheat stocks.
To enhance transportation resources, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs department has authorized the use of vehicles owned by commission agents for crop transportation, ensuring fair rates for their services.
Prasad also directed administrative officials to ensure farmers receive payment within 72 hours for their crops, highlighting the importance of a smooth selling process and timely compensation for farmers. Additionally, silos have been designated as procurement centers for farmers’ convenience, allowing direct selling of crops.
Sources By Agencies
