Chhatrapur, Nov 6: Following the widespread damage to paddy crops caused by flooding in the aftermath of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, the Ganjam District Collector V.Keerthi Vasan visited several affected agricultural fields to assess the ground situation.

During the visit, the Collector inspected flood-hit paddy fields in Baulgaon and Barang areas under Chhatrapur Tehsil. Several agricultural lands remained submerged in floodwater, while others were covered with sand deposits. The Collector also visited fields where standing paddy crops had been completely destroyed and interacted with affected farmers to understand their grievances.

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The District Collector directed the Tehsildar to conduct a proper and prompt assessment of crop losses and submit a detailed report at the earliest. He also reviewed the ongoing damage assessment process, which is being carried out by Tehsil officials, technical teams and officers from the Agriculture Department through field inspections.

Emphasising the need for timely relief, the Collector instructed officials to take necessary steps to ensure that affected farmers receive compensation and assistance without delay.

Chhatrapur Tehsildar Divya Mohanty, along with officials from the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments and local public representatives, was present during the inspection.

Flood-hit farmers in Ganjam are awaiting a timely assessment of their crop losses. Ganjam Collector reviews flood-affected farmlands and directs officials to expedite the damage assessment process. The focus is on identifying the extent of agricultural losses and ensuring that the assessment is completed at the earliest. Will farmers receive relief soon? Watch the latest update from Ganjam. #OdishaFloods #Odisha #NewsUpdate

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