MLA distributes borewell pump sets to SC/ST farmers

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​A total of 27 borewell pump sets were handed over during the event, benefiting 15 farmers from the ST community and 12 from the SC community, respectively. | Photo Credit: File Photo

To extend support to farmers and strengthen agricultural infrastructure in the constituency, Basanagouda Daddal, Raichur Rural MLA, distributed borewell pump sets to beneficiaries belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) in Raichur on Sunday.

​A total of 27 borewell pump sets were handed over during the event, benefiting 15 farmers from the ST community and 12 from the SC community, respectively.

​Addressing the farmers after the distribution of the pump sets, Mr. Daddal said that the pump sets would significantly help agricultural operations and strengthen local irrigation facilities.

​”Farmers are the backbone of our society. Since 2018, over 1,000 borewell pump sets have been distributed so far to farmers across all communities in the Raichur Rural constituency. Our continuous effort is aimed at improving farmers’ livelihoods and providing them with essential infrastructure for cultivation,” the MLA said.

​Addressing drought concerns in the constituency, the MLA noted that the short rainfall this year has pushed local farmers into severe distress. He informed the gathering that a formal request has been submitted to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, urging the State government to officially declare Raichur taluk as drought-hit.

​Reaffirming his support for the agrarian community during difficulties, Mr. Daddal pledged to ensure that government welfare schemes and essential aid reach every eligible beneficiary promptly.

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