El Nino Action Plan for Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem Districts

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A comprehensive action plan proposed to mitigate the impact of the El Nino weather phenomenon on agriculture, water security, and rural economy in Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts. The plan includes advance maintenance of tanks, canals, pumping systems, and Mission Bhagiratha infrastructure, rainwater harvesting, desiltation of tanks, reservoir management, and preparation of contingency plans for drinking water supply. It also involves creating awareness about drought-resilient crops, ensuring availability of seeds, fertilisers, crop insurance, and agricultural advisory services, and arrangements for fodder reserves and veterinary services.