Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan conducted a high-level review of the current status of the agriculture sector and preparations for the upcoming Kharif season. During the review meeting yesterday, the Minister emphasised that farmers’ welfare is of utmost priority and added that the government is fully prepared to address the potential El Niño impact.

He directed the Agriculture Secretary and concerned senior officials to ensure that all necessary arrangements are made well in advance to safeguard farmers’ interests. Mr Chouhan underlined that the Government is moving forward with complete preparedness, taking the India Meteorological Department’s weather-related forecasts seriously. He stated that through coordinated efforts of the central and state governments, better water management, advanced technologies, expansion of irrigation facilities, and climate-resilient agricultural measures, the impact of potential challenges can be significantly controlled.