A.P. Rythu Sangham demands support for farmers hit by reduced paddy yield
Dec 03, 2025
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GS3The Hindu - National
Key Points
- Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham demanded government intervention on December 3, 2025.
- The demand is to support farmers affected by crop losses due to the Montha cyclone.
- K. Srinivas, Sangham district Secretary, called for quality gunny bags and crop insurance compensation.
- Farmers are facing reduced paddy yield by 10-15 bags per acre.
- The government is purchasing paddy and making timely payments as per norms.
- Farmers are facing debt due to reduced yield despite government purchases.
- The Sangham demanded relaxation of moisture percentage norms for paddy.
- They also urged the government to stop supplying torn and poor-quality gunny bags.