The amount that was set to be disbursed to farmers in Telangana under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme has been withheld

The news in Telangana is shocking for farmers. The Election Commission has withdrawn permission given to the state government to distribute funds to farmers under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme before November 28. This step by the commission is taken due to the violation of rules by a leader of the Bharatiya Raita Samithi (BRS). The upcoming assembly elections are now expected to witness this move as a significant setback for farmers, just three days before voting.

It is noteworthy that both the Congress and the BJP had sought the Election Commission to revoke this permission. The Congress had written to the Chief Election Commissioner, urging a halt to the mention of the amount distributed under 'Rythu Bandhu' in election rallies by the BRS. Read More... Weather update Tomorrow

It should be mentioned that the Rythu Bandhu Scheme was initiated by Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao in the financial year 2018-19 to economically assist farmers. Under this scheme, the state government directly transfers money to the bank accounts of farmers. Initially, farmers in the state received financial assistance of Rs. 8,000 annually. This amount was later increased to Rs. 10,000. The government provides this amount to farmers for the purchase of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, labor, and other agricultural needs. Read More... Mandi Bhav Today