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Agriculture
Rajasthan CM extends drought‑relief scheme for Jaisalmer and Barmer till year‑end
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 01:36 AM
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The Chief Minister of Rajasthan has prolonged the drought‑relief measures for the districts of Jaisalmer and Barmer until the end of 2024.
Rajasthan's Chief Minister announced that the drought‑relief programme for the desert districts of Jaisalmer and Barmer will remain in force until December 31, 2024. The extension aims to support farmers and rural households still grappling with low rainfall and water scarcity. Officials said the continuation will ensure that cash assistance, irrigation support and other relief components stay available through the year.
The decision follows a review of the districts' water‑stress indicators, which have remained above critical thresholds for several months. State authorities will monitor the impact of the measures and adjust allocations as needed to mitigate crop losses and livelihood distress.
Stakeholders, including local panchayats and agricultural cooperatives, have welcomed the move, noting that uninterrupted support is crucial for the upcoming sowing season. The government has urged beneficiaries to register for the scheme through designated channels to receive timely aid.
The decision follows a review of the districts' water‑stress indicators, which have remained above critical thresholds for several months. State authorities will monitor the impact of the measures and adjust allocations as needed to mitigate crop losses and livelihood distress.
Stakeholders, including local panchayats and agricultural cooperatives, have welcomed the move, noting that uninterrupted support is crucial for the upcoming sowing season. The government has urged beneficiaries to register for the scheme through designated channels to receive timely aid.