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<p data-start="72" data-end="430"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Gujarat government has announced a ₹947 crore relief package to support farmers affected by heavy rainfall in August and September this year. The package covers 18 talukas across five districts &mdash; Junagadh, Panchmahal, Kutch, Patan and Vav-Tharad, where thousands of hectares of farmland suffered significant crop damage due to excessive monsoon rains.</span></p>
<p data-start="432" data-end="675"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The relief package is designed to provide immediate financial aid to farmers who experienced at least 33% crop loss. Of the total amount, ₹563 crore will come from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and ₹384 crore from the state budget.</span></p>
<p data-start="718" data-end="1156"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Farmers will receive compensation based on the type of crop and level of damage. Those with non-irrigated crops will be eligible for around ₹12,000 per hectare, while farmers with irrigated crops will receive approximately ₹22,000 per hectare. For perennial horticultural crops such as pomegranates, the relief amount will be around ₹27,500 per hectare. Each eligible farmer can claim assistance for up to two hectares of affected land.</span></p>
<p data-start="1158" data-end="1437"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The scheme aims to cover more than 800 villages across the five districts, ensuring that small and marginal farmers are prioritised. The relief is intended as short-term financial support to help farmers recover from immediate losses and prepare for the next cultivation cycle.</span></p>
<p data-start="1469" data-end="1873"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">In addition to the immediate relief package, the Gujarat government has earmarked a separate ₹2,500 crore fund for flood mitigation and soil restoration in the most affected areas, particularly in the low-lying regions of Patan and Vav-Tharad. This fund could be expanded to ₹5,000 crore if further intervention is required to prevent future agricultural damage caused by waterlogging and soil erosion.</span></p>
<p data-start="1916" data-end="2231"><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">The package underscores the state&rsquo;s commitment to protecting the rural economy and agricultural livelihoods. By combining immediate financial compensation with long-term infrastructure plans, the government aims to restore normalcy in farming activities and build resilience against recurring weather disruptions.</span></p>
<p data-start="2233" data-end="2424" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">This comprehensive approach reflects both relief and reform, ensuring that affected farmers get prompt support while also strengthening the foundation for sustainable agriculture in Gujarat.</span></p>
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Gujarat Unveils ₹947 Cr Relief for Rain-Hit Farmer

State announces major aid package for five districts hit by heavy monsoon crop losses

Gujarat Unveils ₹947 Cr Relief for Rain-Hit Farmer

State announces major aid package for five districts hit by heavy monsoon crop losses

October 21, 2025 | 18:31 IST