Government's Meager Relief for Flood-Hit Farmers Raises Questions

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, April 2, 2025

The recent floods in Tripura left nearly 1.93 lakh farmers struggling with severe losses, yet the government's response has been widely criticized as inadequate. Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath, while boasting about the relief measures, claimed that the state government spent Rs 24.46 crore to support affected farmers. However, many farmers on the ground have reported that they have received little to no assistance.

Several farmers have also raised concerns over the failure of the Fasal Bima Yojana, the crop insurance scheme that was supposed to provide financial relief in such disasters. Many beneficiaries have alleged that they have not received the compensation promised under the scheme, leaving them in a dire situation.

"The government says it has provided huge relief, but where is it? We have not received any compensation, and the crop insurance claim process is full of hurdles," said a distressed farmer from a flood-affected village.

The allocated Rs 24.46 crore, when divided among 1.93 lakh farmers, translates to a negligible amount per individual, raising doubts about the sufficiency of the relief measures. The opposition has criticized the government, calling the relief fund "a mere eyewash" and demanding a transparent and fair distribution of aid.

As the affected farmers continue to struggle, questions remain about whether the administration will take concrete steps to ensure that those in need actually receive their due assistance.

more news...