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The Hindu
The Hindu
National
Special Correspondent

‘Go for alternative crops, make a difference’

Finance Minister Harish Rao and Agriculture Minister Niranjan Reddy called upon farmers to go for alternative crops and make Siddipet district a role model.

“Farmers faced several problems before the formation of Telangana without water, and lack of support from the State Government. Now, they are getting proper irrigation facilities, round-the-clock power supply, ₹10,000 as Rythu Bandhu, and quality seeds and fertilizers. As a result, paddy production has multiplied,” said Mr. Rao.

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