Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara promised minimum assistance for all eligible farmers despite payment discrepancies.
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara stated on Wednesday that every eligible drought-affected farmer in the state will receive at least Rs 5,000 in assistance. According to reports from ANI and Deccan Herald, the government is working to resolve bank account discrepancies that have caused payment delays.
The Deputy Chief Minister clarified that farmers who received only Rs 2,000 or Rs 2,500 in the first instalment will receive the remaining balance in later payments. He noted that on November 5, the government distributed Rs 17.43 crore to 1,06,462 farmers in Yadgir district.
Parameshwara explained that while Union government SDRF and NDRF guidelines set lower minimums for different crop types, the state has decided to provide Rs 5,000 regardless of landholding size. Depending on the extent of crop loss, total assistance may range from Rs 5,000 to Rs 60,000.
Chief Minister Shivakumar urged beneficiaries not to panic, stating that the government will rectify errors where incorrect account details or loan links caused issues. He added that the state would provide this aid even if the Centre does not release funds.
The move follows criticism from state BJP president B Y Vijayendra, who alleged the administration was being irresponsible by crediting varying amounts to farmers' accounts. Parameshwara has directed officials to ensure transparency and expedite the remaining instalments.
