The Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, chaired the Crop Weather Watch Group meeting to review the progress of the South-West Monsoon and Kharif preparedness across Odisha.
The meeting assessed rainfall and weather forecasts, reservoir levels, seed and fertilizer availability, quality input enforcement, agricultural credit, and crop coverage. Emphasizing close and continuous monitoring, he directed all concerned agencies to remain vigilant and ensure timely support to farmers.