Tripura Farmers to Receive Over Rs 23 Crore in Disaster Relief

The government of Tripura, led by Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath, will provide financial assistance of Rs 23.61 crore to over 80,000 farmers affected by natural disasters. The affected farmers will receive Rs 8,500 per hectare and additional compensation through the PM Fasal Bima Yojana within 15 days.

In a significant move to support the agrarian community, the Tripura government has announced financial aid worth Rs 23.61 crore to over 80,000 farmers impacted by natural disasters. The decision was confirmed by State Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath.

Nath detailed that a collective survey was conducted by the Agriculture Department, resulting in a request for Rs 14.58 crore to the Revenue Department for compensatory measures. An additional survey by the Horticulture Department was also part of the evaluation process.

The compensation will be distributed at a program in Julaibari on July 4, supplemented by payments under the PM Fasal Bima Yojana, which will be credited within 15 days, providing further financial relief to the affected farmers.

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