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A BJP delegation led by R. Ashoka visited flood-affected areas in Vijayapura district to assess crop damage. Farmers shared heartbreaking stories of losing their entire chickpea, sunflower, and sugarcane crops to the floods. The opposition leaders expressed shock at the scale of destruction and criticized the state government for not visiting affected areas. They promised to pressure the Siddaramaiah government to conduct immediate surveys and provide compensation to distressed farmers.

Key Points: Karnataka BJP Demands Crop Damage Survey and Farmer Compensation

  • BJP delegation assessed extensive damage to chickpea, sunflower, and sugarcane crops
  • Farmers reported complete crop loss due to Bhima and Doni river flooding
  • Opposition leaders visited multiple villages including Anjutgi and Agarkhed
  • Farmers pleaded for government intervention and compensation for their losses
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Conduct immediate crop damage survey, provide compensation: Karnataka BJP to Siddaramaiah govt

BJP delegation led by R Ashoka visits flood-ravaged Vijayapura farms, demands immediate crop damage assessment and relief for affected farmers

"This government is irresponsible. Even during such crises, they lack the courtesy to visit affected areas. - R. Ashoka"

Vijayapura, Oct 4

The Karnataka BJP urged the Congress-led state government on Saturday to conduct an immediate survey of crop damage and provide compensation to the affected farmers.

Leader of the Opposition in the state Assembly R. Ashoka made the statement after visiting areas affected by flood and damage to chickpea and sugarcane crops in Vijayapura district and demanded that the Congress-led government should immediately take up a crop damage survey and provide compensation to farmers of the state in distress.

Ashoka led the delegation comprising Legislative Council Opposition Chief Whip N. Ravikumar, and former BJP National General Secretary and Legislative Council member C.T. Ravi, BJP MPs Ramesh Jigajinagi and P.C. Gaddigoudar and others. They visited areas and farms affected by heavy rain and floods in the Bhima and Doni river regions to assess the situation and listen to farmers' grievances.

They expressed concern over the large-scale destruction of chickpea, sunflower, and sugarcane crops. They also inspected houses damaged by the rain and visited waterlogged homes to hear from affected families.

The delegation visited several villages, including Anjutgi, Agarkhed, Miragi, and Devanagav, to observe the flood situation. Ashoka was momentarily shocked to see the damage to crops caused by excessive rainfall and river flooding, which had inundated large areas of farmland.

He expressed concern over the vast destruction of chickpea, sunflower, and sugarcane crops due to the floodwaters.

Farmers expressed their pain, saying, "The rain had initially come well, so we expected good crops this season. We hoped our hardships would be relieved, but heavy rain and floods have thrown us into trouble again. No one has listened to our grievances. Please don't just come and leave - help us and convey our problems to the government."

In response, R. Ashoka reassured the farmers, saying, "This government is irresponsible. Even during such crises, they lack the courtesy to visit affected areas. But as the opposition, we will be your voice and push the government to act. We are with you; do not fear."

During the visits, many farmers submitted written statements detailing their losses and demands to the opposition leaders.

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from North Karnataka, I've seen how devastating these floods can be. Chickpea and sugarcane farmers invest so much - losing everything overnight is heartbreaking. Government must conduct survey without delay.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the BJP's concern, I wish they would focus more on solutions rather than just blaming. Both parties need to work together during natural calamities. Farmers shouldn't suffer because of political games.
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Arjun K
This is the reality of Indian farming - one season of good rain gives hope, next season floods destroy everything. We need better water management and disaster preparedness, not just compensation after damage occurs.
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Michael C
The farmers' plea "don't just come and leave" really hits hard. Politicians from all parties need to ensure follow-through. Empty promises won't feed families or rebuild farms. Action speaks louder than visits.
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Kavya N
My uncle farms in Vijayapura district. His entire chickpea crop is gone. The compensation process needs to be transparent and quick. Farmers can't wait for months while bureaucracy moves slowly. 🚜

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