Jharkhand Govt Assures Farmers Amidst Drought Fears: Contingency Plans & Support for Kharif Season

Jharkhand's agriculture minister assured farmers' interests won't be compromised despite potential below-normal rainfall due to El Niño. Districts are preparing drought contingency plans, with a focus on timely access to seeds, credit, and irrigation. The government prioritizes beekeeping, lac production, horticulture, and self-employment schemes, aiming for increased farmer participation at the panchayat level.