{
  "id": 12875164,
  "title": "Parameshwara assures aid, daytime power for drought-hit farmers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/parameshwara-assures-aid-daytime-power-for-drought-hit-farmers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-08T13:09:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/parameshwara-assures-aid-daytime-power-for-drought-hit-farmers/article71559469.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara assured drought-stricken farmers of state financial aid, even if it means borrowing, to address the severe water crisis and farming losses. After visiting affected areas, he declared that 217 of Karnataka's 240 taluks have been declared drought-hit, with more to follow. Despite the failure of rains for months causing up to 98% crop damage, the government prioritizes protecting farmers' livelihoods. While the Centre delays its ₹8,500 per farmer contribution, the State will disburse ₹2,500 per farmer using its own funds, committing ₹1,250 crore for immediate relief. To tackle drinking water and fodder shortages, the State has released ₹306 crore, providing ₹1 crore per Assembly constituency and an additional ₹2 crore where needed. Additionally, ₹25 crore has been allocated for each district to support fodder banks and seed kits. Parameshwara dismissed Opposition allegations of a financial crisis, noting the State has spent ₹52,000 crore on guarantee schemes and is currently spending ₹22,000 crore on farmer electricity subsidies. He also addressed complaints about erratic power supply for irrigation, directing officials to ensure six hours of uninterrupted daytime power for farmers.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}