Hyderabad: Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao on Monday said Rs 1.40 lakh crore had been credited to farmers’ accounts, while urging a stronger shift towards sustainable practices under the Rythu Varotsavalu organic farming campaign.
He made the announcement at the “Rythu Varotsavalu” programme held in Tandur of Vikarabad district. The event formed part of the 99-day Praja Palana–Pragathi Pranalika initiative. The minister said the celebrations would continue across the district until May 9.
He stated that financial support aimed to strengthen farmers economically. At the same time, he stressed the need for low-investment and high-yield cultivation methods. He warned that ignoring soil health could reduce land productivity in the future. Therefore, he called for adoption of natural and organic farming practices.
Rythu Varotsavalu organic farming drive highlights state support
The minister credited Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for sanctioning Rs 90 crore for the Kothapally project. He said scientific guidance would support farmers in protecting soil health and improving yields.
The programme began with the Telangana song and ceremonial lighting of the lamp. Later, the minister launched the TG Online app along with a farmer. He also inspected exhibition stalls set up by the Agriculture, Horticulture and Fisheries departments.
Tandur MLA B. Manohar Reddy described farmers as the backbone of the nation. Tummala Nageswara said agriculture must be treated as a celebration rather than a burden. He added that Rs 14,000 crore had been sanctioned for market development. He also said an oil palm company had been allotted to the district.
Rythu Varotsavalu organic farming outreach to continue till May 9
The MLA also proposed setting up a Red Gram Board. He highlighted the importance of Tandur’s red gram crop. Meanwhile, District Collector Deepak Tiwari said awareness programmes would continue till May 9.
He said campaigns would cover schemes such as Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima. Officials would also collect feedback from farmers during the outreach.
Farmers and scientists spoke at the event. Agriculture Commissioner Surendra Mohan, Chevella MLA Kale Yadaiah, municipal chairpersons, market committee heads and ATMA representatives attended the programme along with farmers.
