YS Avinash Reddy held a meeting with farmers to understand and address pressing issues affecting the agricultural sector. The interaction provided a platform for farmers to directly communicate challenges related to irrigation facilities, crop damage, rising input costs, and access to markets.
The meeting underscored the importance of continuous engagement between public representatives and the farming community, especially at a time when agriculture remains vulnerable to climatic uncertainties and market fluctuations.
Farmers Raise Local and Sectoral Issues
During the interaction, farmers highlighted concerns regarding delayed irrigation supply, maintenance of canals, power availability, and the financial strain caused by increasing costs of seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides. Some farmers also raised issues related to crop procurement and fair pricing.
YS Avinash Reddy listened to the concerns in detail and sought clarifications from farmers to better understand ground realities.
Assurance of Institutional Follow-Up
YS Avinash Reddy assured the farmers that their grievances would be taken up with the relevant government departments and authorities. He stated that resolving agricultural issues requires coordinated efforts across departments and promised to pursue the matters through appropriate administrative channels.
He emphasised that farmer welfare remains central to policy discussions and that sustained follow-up is necessary to ensure tangible outcomes.
Focus on Dialogue and Accountability
The interaction reflected an approach centred on dialogue and accountability, enabling farmers to voice concerns directly rather than through intermediaries. Such engagements, he noted, help policymakers and representatives remain connected to field-level challenges.
Farmers welcomed the opportunity to present their issues and expressed hope that the assurances would translate into actionable solutions.
Agriculture as a Priority Area
Agriculture continues to be a critical sector for livelihoods and food security. By engaging directly with farmers, YS Avinash Reddy reiterated the need for long-term solutions that strengthen irrigation infrastructure, improve market access, and enhance income stability for cultivators.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to maintain regular communication with farmer groups and monitor progress on the issues raised.