₹261.43 cr. compensation credited to accounts of flood-hit farmers in Bidar
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Why in news
Karnataka's Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister announced the release of ₹261.43 crore in compensation to farmers in Bidar district affected by floods during the 2025-26 monsoon season.
Background
The compensation was released based on NDRF/SDRF norms, ranging from ₹8,500 to ₹22,500 per hectare. The total compensation includes ₹127.16 crore for various crops and ₹134.27 crore for two hectares of land, following damage estimated at ₹143.60 crore due to Manjra river water releases.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal compensation amount released to Bidar farmers: ₹261.43 crore
- FactCompensation range per hectare: ₹8,500 to ₹22,500
- BodyNDRF/SDRF: Norms used for determining flood compensation
- SchemePMFBY: 2,04,235 crop insurance proposals registered in the district
- PlaceManjra river: Source of excess water release causing crop damage in Bidar
For Mains
Q. Evaluate the efficacy of the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) in mitigating agricultural losses during extreme weather events in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Verification bottleneck: Delays in joint surveys by Revenue, Agriculture, and Horticulture departments
- Insurance coverage gap: Disparity between registered PMFBY proposals and actual crop loss severity
- Fiscal dependency: Reliance on state-level disaster funds for immediate relief vs long-term climate-resilient infrastructure
Keywords: Disaster Management · Climate Resilience · Agricultural Insurance · Fiscal Federalism · Risk Mitigation
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