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Bihar Crops Damaged by Hailstorm, Minister Assures Farmers of Govt Support

Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav has assured farmers of state government support after a severe hailstorm damaged crops across multiple districts. Officials have been directed to assess the damage, with compensation to be provided based on their reports. The India Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide alert for thunderstorms, rainfall, and gusty winds in the coming days. Separately, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has also ordered surveys for crop damage assessment after heavy rainfall in his state.

Key Points: Bihar Hailstorm Damages Crops, Minister Ram Kripal Yadav Assures Aid

  • Hailstorm damages crops in Bihar
  • Minister directs damage assessment
  • Compensation to follow survey
  • IMD issues nationwide weather alert
  • Rajasthan also surveys crop damage
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Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav assures farmers of support after hailstorm damages crops

Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav promises support to farmers after hailstorms damage crops. Officials assess damage for compensation.

"Based on the report, we will take action to help the farmers. - Ram Kripal Yadav"

Patna, March 30

Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav on Monday assured farmers that the state government would extend support following severe crop damage caused by a hailstorm overnight.

Speaking to ANI, Yadav said, "Due to strong winds and hailstorms in Bihar last night, crops have been damaged in many districts of the state. I have directed the respective district authorities to assess the damage and send a report. Based on the report, we will take action to help the farmers."

Danapur Sub-Divisional Officer Anirudh Pandey added that the District Circle Officer has been instructed to provide compensation after the damage assessment is completed.

Earlier on March 28, heavy winds and rain led to the destruction of a pandal located in the Dak Bungalow region of Patna on Friday.

Speaking with ANI, City SP, Central, Diksha said that no one has been injured in the incident, and efforts are being made to remove the pandal debris.

"An LED gate has broken and fallen because of the storm here. No one has been injured in this incident. The situation is being assessed, and the structure will later be removed," she said.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a nationwide weather alert, forecasting thunderstorms, rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds across multiple regions over the coming days.

Separately, last week, several areas of Jaipur witnessed a sudden change in weather as rainfall lashed parts of the city. The showers, which began in the early hours, covered different parts of Rajasthan.

Meanwhile, on Saturday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma directed all district collectors to immediately conduct surveys to assess crop damage caused by heavy rainfall across the state. The Rajasthan CM instructed officials to submit the crop damage survey reports at the earliest possible.

In a post on X, CM Sharma emphasised that Rajasthan's prosperity is built on the foundation of its farmers, asserting that the state government stands firmly with them with "complete sensitivity and responsibility.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the minister responding quickly. Hope the district officers complete the assessment without delay and farmers get the help they need before the next sowing season. Jai Kisan! 🙏
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Aman W
The weather patterns are becoming so unpredictable. IMD alerts are one thing, but we need better early warning systems at the village level so farmers can take some protective measures, even if it's just covering perishable vegetables.
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Sarah B
Reading about similar issues in Rajasthan too. Climate change is hitting Indian agriculture hard. Support is crucial, but long-term solutions like crop insurance and resilient seed varieties are equally important.
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Karthik V
"Will take action based on the report" – we've heard this before. The action often comes too little, too late. The compensation amount per acre is usually not enough to cover the input costs, let alone the family's livelihood. The system needs a complete overhaul.
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Nisha Z
At least the minister has given an assurance. Let's hold the authorities accountable and ensure the surveys are done transparently. Also glad to hear no one was hurt by the fallen structure in Patna. Safety first!

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