A.P. Rythu Sangham demands support for farmers hit by reduced paddy yield

Dec 03, 2025
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The Hindu - National

Key Points

  1. Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham demanded government intervention on December 3, 2025.
  2. The demand is to support farmers affected by crop losses due to the Montha cyclone.
  3. K. Srinivas, Sangham district Secretary, called for quality gunny bags and crop insurance compensation.
  4. Farmers are facing reduced paddy yield by 10-15 bags per acre.
  5. The government is purchasing paddy and making timely payments as per norms.
  6. Farmers are facing debt due to reduced yield despite government purchases.
  7. The Sangham demanded relaxation of moisture percentage norms for paddy.
  8. They also urged the government to stop supplying torn and poor-quality gunny bags.

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