Relief package for horticulturists in offing: Karnataka Agriculture Min

The Karnataka Agriculture Minister

B C Patil on Thursday said the Yediyurappa-government would announce a special package for the fruits and vegetable growers to support horticulture activities.

The statement comes a day after the government announced a package of Rs 1,610 crore for the benefit of those in distress due to the COVID-19 induced lockdown.

It includes a compensation of Rs 25,000 per hectare to the flower growers, Rs 5,000 each to the barbers, washermen, autorickshaw and taxi drivers.

Addressing reporters here, the Minister said he had toured 30 districts and spoke to the farmers.

Based on his report, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa announced a package for the flower growers, he added.

"Shortly a package for the fruits and vegetable growers will be announced.

The Chief Minister announced package for the farmers despite the state is under severe financial stress, which shows his concern for the agrarian community," Patil said.

He, however, made it clear that he ...