Compensation Cultivated: Tummala Announces ₹10,000 per Acre Relief for Cyclone-Hit Farmers

In a major announcement aimed at supporting Telangana’s agricultural sector, Minister Tummala declared financial aid of ₹10,000 per acre for farmers whose crops were damaged by Cyclone Montha. The decision follows field visits to Khammam and other affected districts, where paddy, maize, and horticultural crops suffered extensive losses.

The state government has initiated procurement of 80 lakh metric tonnes of paddy and 11 lakh metric tonnes of maize to ensure fair prices and reduce market volatility. Additional support measures include livestock aid, housing rehabilitation, and deployment of relief camps in low-lying areas. District officials have been instructed to conduct ground-level assessments and submit detailed damage reports.

Key highlights:

- ₹10,000 per acre compensation for farmers affected by Cyclone Montha  
- Covers crop damage across approximately 4.5 lakh acres  
- Procurement of 80 lakh MT paddy and 11 lakh MT maize underway  
- Relief measures include livestock and housing support  
- Field-level assessments ordered for accurate damage reporting  

Sources: The Hans India, Deccan Chronicle, Telangana Today