Minister Dhaliwal visits Rajasansi to assess crop damage

Cabinet Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal visited the Rajasansi area in the district to assess the damage caused by heavy rainfall and hailstorm to crops, especially wheat, here on Thursday. The minister interacted with the affected farmers and assured them that the Punjab government would provide compensation for their loss.

The minister stated that the government would provide seeds to farmers on subsidy to help them replant their crops. He also announced that the government would provide fodder for cattle.

DC Sakshi Sawhney accompanied the minister on his visit. The farmers praised her efforts in responding to the crisis. “Usually, good officials are transferred soon. This DC has always come to our help whenever there is a problem. For us, she is the best version of a government official,” said Rajinder Singh, a farmer.

He minister assured the farmers that the government would take the necessary steps to support them. He also announced that the compensation would be deposited directly into the farmers’ bank accounts within the next few days.