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Opposition leader R Ashoka launched a sharp attack on the Karnataka government during his visit to flood-affected areas. He accused the Siddaramaiah-led administration of being completely inactive while farmers suffered massive crop losses. Ashoka claimed no state ministers were visiting the disaster zones despite the severe situation. Meanwhile, the government has announced a compensation package while acknowledging that 117 villages remain in distress across four districts.

Key Points: R Ashoka Slams Siddaramaiah Govt as Sleeping During Karnataka Floods

  • R Ashoka visited flood-hit Belagavi and Vijayapura districts assessing damage
  • Accused state ministers of completely ignoring affected farmers and poor families
  • Claimed entire ministry is busy fighting for chief minister position
  • Government announced Rs 2000-2500 crore compensation for crop damage
  • 117 villages across four districts declared in distress with 80 care centers
  • Crops damaged across 10 lakh hectares due to excessive rainfall and Maharashtra water release
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Karnataka govt led by Siddaramaiah is sleeping... it is in coma: R Ashoka during his visit to flood-hit areas

BJP leader R Ashoka accuses Karnataka government of being in coma while farmers suffer flood damage, claims ministers absent from affected districts

"The Karnataka government led by Siddaramaiah is sleeping; it is in coma. No minister is visiting any district. - R Ashoka"

Belagavi, October 3

The Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly and BJP leader R Ashoka on Friday criticised the Karnataka government for its poor handling of the flood situation in the state, and said the administration is "sleeping" and "in a coma."

During his visit to flood-affected areas in Belagavi, Vijayapura, and other districts, Ashoka said no ministers were visiting the affected regions and accused the government of ignoring the suffering of farmers and poor families.

Addressing reporters, Ashoka said, "...the Karnataka government led by Siddaramaiah is sleeping; it is in coma. No minister is visiting any district. Farmers are suffering, poor people have lost their homes, but the state government is not taking any action."

"They are blaming the central government. The state government should take action first. But the state government is not working. The entire ministry is fighting for the CM post. This is the scenario in the state of Karnataka," he said.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had on September 30, announced that a combined package amounting to more than Rs 2000 to 2500 crore will be provided as compensation, as crops have been damaged in an area of 10 lakh hectares in the state due to excessive rainfall in four districts of the State.

At a press conference in Kalaburagi, Karnataka CM said, "After the aerial survey, I had a lengthy discussion with the Ministers, MLAs, and officials, reviewing the situation in the four districts: Kalaburagi, Bidar, Yadgir, and Vijayapur, regarding the flood situation."

The Chief Minister further said that 117 villages across the four districts are in "distress", and 80 care centres have been opened. Siddaramaiah noted that the water released from Maharashtra, combined with excessive rainfall in all four districts, has increased the level of disaster and distress.

"It is estimated that crops have been damaged in an area of 10 lakh hectares in the state. This may increase further. It will be clear after the joint survey is completed. Currently, the joint survey has been completed in only 5 lakh hectares. As soon as the survey is completed, the money will be transferred to the accounts," Siddaramaiah assured.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I understand the frustration, let's also acknowledge that the CM has announced a compensation package and survey is underway. These things take time, especially when dealing with such widespread damage across multiple districts.
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Sarah B
As someone who has family in Belagavi, I can confirm the situation is really bad. People have lost everything and are waiting for help. Ministers should definitely visit the affected areas to understand the ground reality better.
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Arjun K
Both state and central governments need to work together during such crises. Blaming each other doesn't help the people who are suffering. Focus should be on relief and rehabilitation.
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Michael C
The mention of water released from Maharashtra adding to the problem is concerning. There should be better coordination between neighboring states during monsoon season to prevent such situations.
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Kavya N
Hope the compensation reaches the affected people quickly. 10 lakh hectares is massive damage! Our farmers need immediate support to recover from this disaster. 🙏

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