Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday announced that the state government will provide compensation to paddy farmers who suffered losses due to incessant rains under the Shetkari Aadhar Nidhischeme.

In a post on X, Sawant said that affected farmers would receive Rs 40,000 per hectare, with compensation of up to Rs 1.6 lakh for those owning four hectares.

The disbursal of funds will be completed by December 2025, he added.

“Our government stands with every Goan farmer. We are committed to ensuring timely relief and the continued prosperity of our farming community,” the Chief Minister said.

The state has been witnessing incessant rains this week.

Rs 40,000 per hectare aid for flood-affected paddy farmers

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