Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy: Protecting Crops is a Priority
Hyderabad: The state government is focused on protecting standing crops, said Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy. He stressed that all departments must work together to prevent farmers from facing losses due to issues like water shortages or power cuts.
The minister instructed officials to be proactive in helping farmers during the crucial final phase of the rabi crop season. He also warned against misinformation being spread about irrigation water availability. To counter false news, he urged officials to visit affected areas and explain the real situation to the public.
On Monday evening, Uttam Kumar Reddy held a video conference with Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao, Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari, Agriculture Secretary Raghunandan Rao, and TSSPDCL CMD Musharaf. They interacted with District Collectors, Superintendents of Police (SPs), agriculture officials, and electricity department officers across the state.
During the meeting, the minister highlighted that Rabi crops would be ready for harvest in about 15 days. He directed district officials to coordinate closely, conduct field visits, and support farmers. He also instructed the irrigation department to ensure that water supply reaches the farthest agricultural lands during this crucial stage.
Regarding power supply, Uttam Kumar Reddy reassured that no disruptions had occurred so far. However, he asked officials to stay in constant touch with the electricity department to ensure uninterrupted power, especially for irrigation purposes.
The minister reaffirmed the Congress government’s commitment to supporting farmers during this critical period. He assured that all necessary steps were being taken to provide continuous water and power supply, ensuring a smooth harvest season.
