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Jagan Mohan Reddy has instructed YSRCP leaders to assist farmers devastated by recent unseasonal rains in Andhra Pradesh. He criticized the state government for failing to act on weather warnings, leading to massive crop losses. Reddy also accused Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of corruption and power grabs in civic bodies. The YSRCP chief vowed to bring change in his next term, praising those who resisted TDP's tactics.

Key Points: Jagan Mohan Reddy Directs YSRCP Leaders to Aid Rain-Hit Andhra Farmers

  • Jagan blames govt for failing to protect harvested paddy
  • Accuses Naidu regime of corruption and coercion
  • Demands immediate relief for rain-hit farmers
  • YSRCP leaders to assess crop damage
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Jagan Mohan Reddy asks party leaders to stand by rain-hit farmers

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy urges party leaders to support farmers affected by unseasonal rains and accuses the Andhra govt of negligence.

"In Jagan 2.0, things will be different. I salute all those who stood by value-based politics. – YS Jagan Mohan Reddy"

Tadepalli, May 5

Yuvajana Shramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) president and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has instructed party leaders to visit and support farmers who suffered heavy losses due to unseasonal rains and strong winds across Andhra Pradesh.

Reddy emphasized that the party must stand by farmers during these difficult times and put pressure on the government to provide immediate relief.

Speaking over the phone with regional coordinators and key leaders of the party, YS Jagan expressed deep concern over the damage caused to both paddy and horticultural crops, a party release said.

He alleged that despite advance weather warnings, authorities failed to move harvested paddy from fields and procurement centers to safer locations, resulting in major crop loss. He accused the government machinery of "inaction and negligence".

YSRCP leader alleged that farmers who had already suffered during the Kharif season due to lack of minimum support prices are now facing even more hardship in the current Rabi season. He said that in many areas including the Godavari districts, paddy procurement was "poorly handled, leading to additional distress for farmers--now worsened by the sudden rains".

He directed YSRCP leaders to tour affected villages, extend moral support to the farmers, and gather details of the damage. He also urged them to build pressure on the state government to provide compensation and take immediate steps to help the farming community recover.

Earlier on May 1, reiterating allegations against Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Jagan Mohan Reddy accused him of attempting to seize control of civic bodies where the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) lacks numbers.

He alleged that "rampant corruption, nepotism, and atrocities have become the order of the day" under the current regime.

Addressing local body and party representatives from Kakinada, Chittoor, Prakasam, and Satyasai districts, Jagan alleged that Naidu has shown a "template" of usurping power, even without having the required numbers from his own Kuppam constituency, "through coercion, inducement, and threats".

"But days will change. In Jagan 2.0, things will be different. I salute all those who stood by value-based politics and did not yield to the enticements of TDP," the YSCRP leader alleged.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Finally some action from opposition! Farmers are suffering badly this season. First MSP issues, now unseasonal rains destroying crops. Government should have been more proactive with weather warnings. Hope YSRCP can push for proper compensation. 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate Jagan's concern, this feels like political opportunism. Where was this urgency when he was CM? Farmers need solutions, not just allegations. Both parties need to work together during natural calamities instead of playing blame games.
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Suresh V.
As someone from Godavari district, I can confirm the crop damage is severe. Paddy fields look like lakes now. Government must declare this as natural calamity and release funds immediately. No more delays please!
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Ananya R.
Why does everything become TDP vs YSRCP in AP? My farmer uncle lost his entire chilli crop. He doesn't care about politics, just needs help. Can't we have special disaster relief teams that work beyond party lines? 🤔
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Kiran B.
The real issue is climate change making weather unpredictable. Our agriculture policies need complete overhaul. Crop insurance should be mandatory, procurement systems modernized. Political leaders should focus on long-term solutions, not just temporary relief.
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Mahesh P.
Jagan Anna is right to stand with farmers! Saw YSRCP leaders visiting villages in Prakasam yesterday. At least someone is listening to ryothulu (farmers). Current government only cares about cities and investments, forgetting who feeds the state.

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