The State Government must move quickly to address the drought-like conditions that are spreading throughout the state after a preliminary analysis revealed that 14 districts in Assam are experiencing “high deficit rainfall,” while 13 others are in the “deficit” category. Rainfall-deficit zones have been identified in 27 districts overall.
DCs were directed to identify and label impacted areas based on three key indicators and start the drought declaration procedure during a monthly review meeting that was led by Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota and attended by senior officials. To help with this endeavor, the Agriculture Department will supply statistics at the Gram Panchayat level.
The Agriculture, P&RD, and Irrigation Departments will distribute pumps throughout the impacted areas to provide urgent relief; a district-by-district inventory of pumps has already been finished. Additionally, damaged tube wells will be fixed.
Dr. Kota underlined that local officials will inform farmers of IMD forecasts and sowing recommendations. Additionally, the usage of Amrit Sarovars for irrigation is being considered. Development evaluations, BTC polls, CDC inaugurations, and SDRF compensation were all discussed.
