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Dharwad: Dharwad district administration has sought drought relief from the state govt after a joint survey found crop damage across 2,88,077 hectares in eight drought-hit taluks, deputy commissioner Snehal R said. Officials of the revenue, agriculture and horticulture departments found that crops were damaged across 2,71,417.5 hectares, while horticultural crops suffered losses across 16,659.5 hectares. Supervisors will complete verification by Oct 31, while a re-survey will be conducted on Nov 2 and verified on Nov 3. Farmers may submit objections over unsurveyed plots on Nov 4. The issues will be resolved through the Mahazar application on Nov 7. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena ’s district unit protested outside the deputy commissioner’s office, demanding a scientific assessment of losses and compensation of Rs 50,000 per acre for drought-hit farmers.
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Snehal said farmers must register all survey numbers on the FRUITS portal and obtain a Farmer Identification Number to receive crop-loss compensation and other govt benefits. The survey was conducted on govt directions to assess losses and identify farmers eligible for relief. Farmers have been asked to verify whether crops cultivated under their survey numbers have been correctly entered in the crop survey database. Those without a number should approach agriculture, horticulture or revenue department officials with the required documents. Protesters also sought an immediate farm loan waiver, settlement of crop insurance claims, timely supplies of fertilisers and quality seeds, and adequate irrigation and electricity. Other demands included canal repairs, desilting, cow shelters in every taluk, free rations for agricultural labourers, drought-relief employment, and adequate fodder and drinking water for livestock. They urged the deputy commissioner to convene a meeting with farmers and address their demands within a stipulated time frame. Download the TOI App.