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At 95, Srikakulam Parades is among the last practising traditional potters in Visakhapatnam. As Deepavali approaches, he continues to make clay diyas by hand in Kummari Veedhi, keeping a fading tradition alive. But as he preserves his craft, he is also struggling after his government pension was discontinued.
Hydrogen peroxide used to adulterate milk, seized in Ibrahimpatnam
Future City Police seized 35 kg of milk powder and one litre of hydrogen peroxide during a raid at a unit in Pocharam village
Hydrogen peroxide used to adulterate milk, seized in Ibrahimpatnam
Future City Police seized 35 kg of milk powder and one litre of hydrogen peroxide during a raid at a unit in Pocharam village
Cyclone Murasu: 7 TN fishermen dead after boat capsizes off Andhra coast
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday said that seven of the nine missing Tamil Nadu fishermen have died following a boat capsize off the Andhra Pradesh coast. Expressing grief over the death of the seven men during adverse weather conditions caused by severe cyclonic storm Murasu recently, he directed officials to intensify the search for two others who remain missing. Seven Tamil Nadu fishermen have lost their lives in the boat accident off the Andhra Pradesh coast amid adverse weather conditions caused by severe cyclonic storm Murasu. We have directed officials to intensify search operations to trace the two fishermen who remain missing, Naidu said in an official press release. The chief minister enquired with officials about the accident and the ongoing rescue operations. Officials informed Naidu that search operations had been underway for the past three days and that the boat had washed ashore at Kothapatnam beach in Prakasam district. Seven of the nine fishermen abo
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Three suspected criminals shot dead in Patna
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Retired I-T officer murder case: Accused injured in encounter with Bihar Police, arrested
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 6 (IANS)A suspected shooter in the murder of retired Income Tax Department officer Ram Pukar Singh was injured in an encounter with Bihar Police in Bhojpur district on Friday morning. The encounter took place near Sarangpur Mor under the Bahoranpur police station area. The accused, identified as Nirmal Yadav, sustained a bullet injury in his right leg below the knee. He was subsequently arrested and admitted to Ara Sadar Hospital for treatment. Bhojpur Superintendent of Police (SP) Awadhesh Dixit said Nirmal Yadav, a resident of Chandwa Housing Colony under Nawada police station, had already been arrested in connection with the murder of the retired officer. During interrogation, the accused reportedly disclosed the location where he had concealed the weapon used in the crime. A police team subsequently took him to Sarangpur Mor to recover the firearm. However, during the operation, Nirmal allegedly opened fire on the police team in an attempt to escape. After seeing him open fire, the police warned him to surrender, but he continued shooting. In self-defence, the police retaliated, during which he sustained a bullet injury in his leg. He has been arrested and is currently undergoing treatment at Sadar Hospital, SP Awadhesh Dixit said. The case relates to the murder of Ram Pukar Singh on October 15 near Jain College on Maharaja Hata-Katira Station Road in Ara, under the Nawada police station area. Singh, a retired Assistant Commissioner of the Income Tax Department and president of the Kshatriya Kalyan Sangathan, was shot dead by unidentified criminals while he was in the area a few weeks ago. According to police, the assailants fired seven rounds at him, hitting his chest and killing him on the spot. Following the murder, Bhojpur Police launched an investigation based on statements from the victim's family and evidence collected from the crime scene. Scientific and technical evidence subsequently helped investigators identify and detain suspects. Meanwhile, the deceased's wife, Sushila Devi, had alleged that a long-standing dispute over a 14-kattha plot of valuable land was the reason for the murder. She also claimed that her husband had received death threats before the incident. In her complaint, she raised allegations against the SHO of Mufassil police station and the Circle Officer (CO), accusing them of having a role in the conspiracy. These allegations are part of the investigation. Police are continuing their investigation to establish the complete sequence of events and identify all those involved in the murder conspiracy.
Bihar: 3 criminals killed, officer wounded in Patna police encounter
Three alleged criminals were killed in an encounter with police near the River Ganga in Sherpur, under the Maner police station area of Patna district, early Friday. Maner Station House Officer (SHO) Rajnish Kumar sustained a bullet injury to his left hand during the exchange of fire. The Maner encounter took place during a joint operation by the Patna Special Task Force (STF) and Patna Police. The three injured suspects were taken to hospital, where they were declared dead. The SHO was also shifted to Patna for treatment. Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartik Kumar Sharma said police teams were conducting operations for crime prevention when they received information about criminals allegedly planning a major incident in Sherpur. Speaking to ANI, Sharma said,
Three criminals killed in encounter with Bihar Police in Patna; SHO injured
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 6 (IANS) Three criminals were killed in an encounter with a joint team of the Special Task Force (STF) and local police in the Sherpur area along the Ganga River in Bihar's Patna district early Friday morning. Maner Station House Officer (SHO) Rajnish Kumar sustained injuries during the exchange of fire. The encounter took place around 3 a.m. under the jurisdiction of Maner police station. The deceased have been identified as J.P. Yadav, Suraj Kumar alias Raja Sharma and Bablu Kumar. According to police, all three had criminal backgrounds and were wanted in several cases, including murder. Patna Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartikeya K. Sharma reached the spot after receiving information about the encounter. He said that STF and district police teams had been conducting operations in different areas when they received intelligence that three criminals had assembled in Sherpur and were planning a major crime. When the police team reached the location, the criminals allegedly opened fire, prompting the police to retaliate. During the exchange, a bullet grazed the arm of Maner SHO Rajnish Kumar. After the firing stopped, police personnel approached the spot and found three men lying injured. They were immediately taken to a hospital, where doctors declared them dead. Police recovered two pistols, one country-made firearm (desi katta) and several empty cartridges from the encounter site. According to police, the exchange of fire lasted several rounds, with the criminals firing 24 rounds and the police responding with 18 rounds. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examinations. Danapur-2 Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) A.K. Jha said that the three deceased were allegedly involved in the murder of Sanjit Kumar alias Bholu, president of the Vyapur Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) in Maner. According to the SDPO, Bablu Kumar and Suraj Kumar were the alleged shooters, while J.P. Yadav was the main conspirator behind the murder. All three were wanted in connection with the murder case and other criminal cases registered at different police stations. Police are further investigating the encounter and examining the evidence recovered from the scene.
Three criminals killed, officer wounded in Patna police encounter
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India-Sri Lanka ODI moved from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
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India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has relocated the opening One Day International (ODI) match between India and Sri Lanka from Delhi to Visakhapatnam. Scheduled for December 13, the series opener will now take place at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on the original date. The venue change followed a request [] The post India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Moved Out Of Delhi To Visakhapatnam Amid AQI Worries
India Vs Sri Lanka First ODI Moved Out Of Delhi To Visakhapatnam Amid AQI Worries
India-Sri Lanka first ODI shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam due to renovation, weather concerns
New Delhi [India], November 5 : The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka, scheduled for December 13, has been shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam following concerns over renovation work at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and unfavourable weather conditions in the national capital. According to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the match will now be played at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on the same date. The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) had earlier approached the BCCI, expressing its inability to host the match due to ongoing renovation work at the stadium and the possibility of weather-related disruptions in December, according to a DDCA Source. A DDCA source had told ANI that the association was not in a position to organise the fixture under the prevailing circumstances. India are scheduled to host Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI and three-match T20I series next month. The ODI series will begin in Visakhapatnam on December 13, followed by the second match in Bengaluru and the third in Ahmedabad. The three-match T20I series will be played after the ODIs, with Rajkot, Cuttack and Pune scheduled to host the matches. The Indian team is currently touring New Zealand for a five-match ODI series, following which the two sides will play a two-Test series. The Men in Blue will return home after the New Zealand tour to host Sri Lanka. The venue change comes after the DDCA raised concerns over its preparedness to host the opening ODI, citing the renovation work and weather conditions in the capital during December. (ANI)
Bihar: ASI shot at in Darbhanga; investigation underway
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 5 (IANS) An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Bihar Police was shot at in the left leg while on patrol near the Chhinnamastika shrine in Darbhanga district on Thursday afternoon. The incident took place around 3 p.m. in a bushy area near Pathak Pokhar, between Amtahi and Lalpur villages, under Ujan Panchayat in the Saktapur police station area. The injured ASI, identified as Randhir Kumar, was initially taken by his colleagues to the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Tardih. After receiving first aid, he was referred to Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) for further treatment. According to preliminary information, Randhir Kumar was patrolling the bushes near a pond when a bullet suddenly struck his left leg. The bullet reportedly passed through the limb. Interestingly, the other personnel accompanying him were reportedly unaware that a gunshot had been fired. They noticed his injury and immediately arranged for his transportation to the hospital. Dr Sumant Kumar Singh, in charge of the Tardih PHC, confirmed that the ASI had sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg. He said the bullet had passed through the limb and that the injured officer was referred to DMCH after receiving initial medical treatment. Following information about the incident, Saktapur Station House Officer (SHO) Madhulata Kumari reached the spot. She confirmed that the shooting occurred around 3 p.m. while the ASI was on patrol. SHOs from Benipur and Bajitpur also reached the location, and an investigation was initiated. Police cordoned off the area and began collecting evidence to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Senior police officials are also expected to visit the site. Meanwhile, SHO Arvind Kumar said Randhir Kumar had taken leave on Wednesday to attend an auspicious family ceremony related to his sister and had subsequently returned home. He said the police had been informed about the incident and were investigating all possible angles. The circumstances under which the ASI was shot remain unclear. Police are examining the evidence collected from the spot to determine whether he was deliberately targeted or the shooting occurred under other circumstances.
India-Sri Lanka ODI moved out of Delhi... Here's why
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First India-Sri Lanka ODI shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
It was done after a request from the DDCA, in view of the potential weather disruption and proposed renovation work at stadium
India-Sri Lanka first ODI moved to Visakhapatnam due to stadium renovation and weather
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Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav meets Madhubani firing victims family members; promises govt job
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 5 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, on Thursday visited the residence of Ashok Yadav, who was killed in the Madhubani firing incident, and met his grieving family. Tejashwi arrived at the victim's residence with his convoy at around 4:50 p.m. and spent nearly 20 minutes with the bereaved family. He paid floral tribute to Ashok Yadav's portrait and offered condolences to his wife, Smita Devi, and son, Sitesh Kumar. During the meeting, Tejashwi encouraged Sitesh to concentrate on his studies and clear his Class 12 examinations. He assured him that he would take up his case with the government and fight for a government job for him. He also extended financial assistance to the family and assured them of all possible support. After meeting the family, Tejashwi proceeded to a nearby venue to address a public gathering, where he described the incident as heart-wrenching and unforgivable. Launching an attack on the state government, he questioned how those who had become Chief Minister through the 'back door' could claim to maintain law and order in Bihar. He alleged that the state's law-and-order machinery had effectively collapsed. Tejashwi further alleged that the police, whose responsibility is to protect citizens, had turned into predators. Taking a swipe at the Bihar Police, he remarked that signboards should be installed at roads and intersections declaring that the police force had developed a criminal disposition. Demanding justice for Ashok Yadav's family, he also raised questions over the lack of action in the Roshan Yadav case. He alleged that people in Bihar were now being forced to make their own arrangements for personal security. The RJD leader also targeted the NDA's ongoing padyatra, alleging that it was an attempt to protect those responsible for 'vote theft'. He further accused the Central government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of shielding Gyanesh Kumar and others involved in the alleged electoral irregularities.
India's first ODI vs Sri Lanka shifted from Delhi, BCCI announces new venue
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ESIC MCH Bihta Faculty Recruitment 2026
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Bihar CM reviews implementation of VB-G RAM G mission; sets target of 3 lakh projects
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 5 (IANS) Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Thursday chaired a review meeting on the implementation of the 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee Rojgar and Ajiveeka Mission (Rural)' (VB-G RAM G), directing officials to accelerate rural employment generation and infrastructure development across the state. During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasised that the government's priority is to ensure balanced and comprehensive development of villages while expanding employment opportunities for rural households. Under the mission, rural households are guaranteed 125 days of employment annually, with the Centre and the state government sharing the expenditure in a 60:40 ratio. Choudhary stressed that workers must receive their wages within the stipulated period of 15 days. He directed officials to incorporate development projects worth Rs 22,000 crore under the mission, aimed at strengthening rural infrastructure and generating employment. He also instructed officials to increase the number of projects under implementation from the existing 1.5 lakh to 3 lakh. Additional Chief Secretary of the Rural Development Department, H.R. Srinivas, briefed the meeting on the mission's features, action plan and implementation strategy. The Chief Minister said that essential infrastructure requirements in all villages must be addressed as a priority, with different departments working in coordination and District Magistrates maintaining regular oversight. He directed officials to expedite the construction of Anganwadi centres, additional school classrooms, healthcare facilities, rural markets, playgrounds and other essential infrastructure. An allocation of Rs 12 lakh has been earmarked for the construction of each Anganwadi centre, while an additional Rs 2 lakh will be provided for furniture, educational materials and other facilities. Choudhary also directed officials to adopt a systematic approach to developing Gram Panchayats under the mission. Projects will be undertaken across four major categories water security, rural infrastructure, livelihood enhancement and disaster management. He called for phased implementation of projects, greater use of technology for monitoring and transparency, effective social audits and prompt redressal of public grievances. Under the 'Seva Sankalp evam Kayakalp Abhiyan', the Chief Minister also stressed the need to strengthen basic infrastructure in rural areas. He directed officials to prioritise Anganwadi centre construction, complete additional classrooms wherever required and set targets for developing Gramin Haats (rural markets) to boost the rural economy. On water conservation, Choudhary emphasised the renovation and restoration of canals, reservoirs and other water-related structures. He instructed District Magistrates to regularly monitor these projects to ensure timely execution and quality. He also directed the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department to achieve the targets set for water conservation and afforestation. The Chief Minister stressed the need for coordinated efforts in tree plantation and rainwater harvesting to maintain groundwater levels and meet future water requirements. Choudhary instructed officials to ensure the effective implementation of all provisions of the mission and complete projects related to rural employment, livelihood generation and infrastructure development within stipulated timelines. He said these initiatives should ultimately improve the living standards of rural families and contribute to the vision of a developed Bihar. The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Chaudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav, Building Construction Minister Leshi Singh and other senior officials of the Bihar government.
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Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 5 (IANS) The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Thursday organised a 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' (Save Democracy, End Anarchy) march in Bihar's Darbhanga district, with Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav defending the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as essential for strengthening democracy. Addressing a gathering at the Polo Ground protest site in Laheriasarai, Yadav said the electoral roll revision exercise was neither new nor unprecedented in the country. He claimed that such exercises had been conducted eight times since 1950, making the current exercise the ninth. He described the revision as being in the national interest and important for ensuring the credibility of the country's democratic system. Recalling the Emergency, Yadav said NDA leaders had fought to protect democracy during that period and asserted that the alliance remained committed to safeguarding democratic values. He urged people to remain vigilant against any threat to democratic institutions. Highlighting the historical and cultural significance of the Mithila region, he said it was the land of Mother Janaki (Sita) and that Bihar had played a significant role in the development of democracy. He said a strong message in favour of democratic values should emerge from this historic land. Explaining the purpose of the electoral roll revision, Yadav said it was intended to remove the names of deceased persons and those who had shifted from their previous places of residence. It would also help eliminate duplicate entries where the same person's name appeared in electoral rolls at different locations. He alleged that those opposing the revision were indirectly supporting the inclusion of infiltrators in electoral rolls and undermining the interests of genuine Indian voters. The Union Minister maintained that no eligible voter's name could be arbitrarily deleted during the exercise, as political parties had their own Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to monitor the process. He claimed that during the previous election, political parties had deployed around 1.7 lakh BLAs, but only two objections were raised before the Supreme Court. He said the court subsequently examined the matter and upheld the validity of the process. Yadav further claimed that the Congress-led government had provided four documentary options for voter registration, while the present government had expanded the list to 11 documents. He said voters could submit any one of the prescribed documents to establish their eligibility and get their names included in the electoral rolls. Taking a political swipe at the Opposition, he alleged that the SIR exercise was being criticised mainly because of electoral defeats in Bihar and West Bengal. He pointed out that the process was not facing similar opposition in states such as Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The march was attended by several prominent NDA leaders, including JD(U) National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha, Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi and Darbhanga MP Gopalji Thakur. A large number of workers from various NDA constituencies also participated in the march, raising slogans under the campaign's central message, 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy'.
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Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 4 (IANS) The political controversy over the membership of two Bihar Legislative Council members, Rahul Raj and Banshidhar Brajwasi, has intensified, with the INDIA Bloc demanding their disqualification for joining the BJP after winning elections as independent candidates. A delegation of INDIA Bloc leaders on Wednesday submitted a memorandum to the Acting Chairman of the Bihar Legislative Council, seeking termination of the membership of the two MLCs under the anti-defection provisions of the Constitution. The delegation was led by RJD National General Secretary and MLC Abdul Bari Siddiqui. Other alliance leaders, including MLC Sunil Kumar, were also present during the meeting. The INDIA Bloc leaders argued that Rahul Raj and Banshidhar Brajwasi had violated constitutional provisions by joining the BJP after being elected as independent candidates. Citing the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, the delegation demanded that the Acting Chairman initiate proceedings against the two legislators and cancel their membership of the Legislative Council. The delegation also submitted video footage and other documentary evidence allegedly establishing that the two MLCs had joined the BJP. The leaders urged the Acting Chairman to examine the evidence and take appropriate action in accordance with constitutional provisions. Speaking after submitting the memorandum, Abdul Bari Siddiqui said the delegation had handed over several important pieces of evidence and demanded the immediate termination of the membership of both MLCs. RJD leaders maintained that the matter required a thorough constitutional and legal examination, arguing that elected independent representatives could not subsequently join a political party without attracting the provisions of the anti-defection law. The issue has now become a fresh political flashpoint in Bihar, with the final decision resting with the Acting Chairman of the Legislative Council. Notably, the Jan Suraaj Party had earlier submitted a separate memorandum to the Acting Chairman, also demanding the disqualification of Rahul Raj and Banshidhar Brajwasi on similar grounds. With the INDIA Bloc and Jan Suraaj approaching the Council authorities, attention is now focused on the proceedings and the decision of the Acting Chairman.
NIA conducts raids at eight locations in Bihar, Jharkhand and Bengal in fake currency case
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 4 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday conducted simultaneous searches at eight locations across Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal in connection with a fake Indian currency notes (FICN) smuggling case involving counterfeit notes with a face value of Rs 2.48 lakh. The searches were carried out at two locations in Aurangabad and three in Gaya district of Bihar, two locations in Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand and one location in Malda district of West Bengal. During the operations, NIA teams seized digital devices, incriminating documents, Bangladeshi currency and other materials suspected to be relevant to the investigation. The case relates to the recovery of fake Indian currency notes with a face value of Rs 2,48,500 within the jurisdiction of Madanpur police station in Aurangabad district of Bihar. Following the recovery, a case was registered at the Madanpur Police Station on August 15 against four accused persons identified as Surendra Kumar, Vijay Yadav, Ranjan, and Pradeep Saw, alias Pradeep Kumar Saw. The NIA subsequently re-registered the case on October 18 and took over the investigation following an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. According to the agency, the investigation conducted so far has revealed that the accused were allegedly involved in the smuggling of fake Indian currency notes. The latest searches were conducted to gather further evidence and establish the wider network involved in the alleged counterfeit currency operation. The NIA is examining the seized digital devices, documents and other materials to identify possible links and determine the extent of the smuggling network. Further investigation into the case is underway. Earlier, on October 30, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a charge sheet against two accused persons in connection with the seizure of FICN worth Rs 50,150 in Madhubani district of Bihar. The charge sheet has been filed against Bharat Mahaseth and Shiv Kumar Raut alias Mehman under Sections 61(2), 179, 180 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. The case relates to the seizure of 281 counterfeit currency notes with a total face value of Rs 50,150 from Duhabi Bazar in the Basopatti area of Madhubani on August 2.
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Digital Desk | Amaravati, Nov 4 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday conducted an aerial survey of Guntur, Bapatla and Prakasam districts affected by the cyclone Murasu He directed officials to take immediate steps to clear waterlogging in Karamchedu, Kothapatnam, Chirala, Chilakaluripet and Parchur. Later, in a review meeting at RTGS, the Chief Minister instructed district collectors to ensure that road traffic was not disrupted. The officials informed the Chief Minister that heavy rains were continuing in tribal areas of Eluru district. The Eluru District Collector reported that minor irrigation tanks in some areas are overflowing. Earlier, Chandrababu Naidu appealed to the Central Government to extend all possible assistance to Andhra Pradesh to address agricultural losses and hardships faced by people due to severe drought conditions in the state. The Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), which visited the state to assess the prevailing drought situation, met the Chief Minister on Wednesday. Members of the team, who toured Kurnool, Nandyal, Anantapur and Sri Sathya Sai districts in two groups on November 2 and 3, briefed the Chief Minister on their drought assessment findings. The Chief Minister explained that while coastal Andhra Pradesh was facing the challenges posed by cyclones, Rayalaseema and several other regions were reeling under severe drought due to deficient rainfall and the impact of cyclone El Nino. He said the assessment had provided a clear understanding of the rainfall deficit, crop losses, farmers' difficulties and the relief measures being undertaken by the state government. The Chief Minister informed the IMCT members that the state had received significantly below-normal rainfall this year, resulting in severe damage to Kharif crops due to prolonged dry spells. The situation was particularly alarming in Rayalaseema, where farmers were facing shortages of irrigation water, drinking water and fodder. He drew the Central team's attention to Anantapur district, which recorded the second-lowest rainfall in the country. The state had declared 388 mandals across 21 districts as drought-affected areas and had already submitted a report seeking Central assistance after assessing the losses suffered by farmers. Naidu said the state would submit a detailed report on the drought situation to the Centre within a week. The Chief Minister stressed the need to promote natural farming on a larger scale, explaining that it required substantial human resources at the field level. In this regard, he requested the Central team to increase the minimum number of workdays under the VB-G RAM G scheme to 200 days and allow its utilisation for agricultural activities. He said the move would help address the shortage of agricultural labour while creating additional employment opportunities in rural areas.
