Srinagar ,Oct 7 (KNS) : BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Tuesday welcomed the release of ?171 crore under PM-KISAN for more than 8.5 lakh farmers of Jammu and Kashmir.

In a statement issued, He said this advance instalment, delivered under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is a timely lifeline for farmers hit by recent floods. Chugh thanked the Union Agriculture Minister for ensuring that the 21st instalment of PM-KISAN reached J&K farmers without delay.

Chugh pointed out that this is not an isolated step but part of a larger package of relief and recovery measures rolled out by the Centre. Alongside the direct benefit transfer under PM-KISAN, the Union Government has extended MGNREGA entitlements from 100 to 150 days for rural workers in flood-affected areas, sanctioned assistance to rebuild 5,000 damaged rural houses under PM Awas Yojana, and ensured compensation for loss of livestock.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelCentral teams are also working with the UT administration to repair canals, embankments and irrigation structures vital for agriculture in J&K.

“The swift release of funds and coordinated relief is a clear message that the Modi government stands shoulder to shoulder with every farmer of Jammu and Kashmir,” Chugh said. He stressed that by combining direct financial aid with infrastructural restoration, the government is ensuring both immediate relief and long-term recovery for rural families.

Tarun Chugh further said, “We are grateful to Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah whose leadership has ensured that the spirit of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas reaches even the remotest corners of J&K. At a time of adversity, the Centre has once again proved that no farmer will be left behind and every household will be supported to rebuild their livelihood with dignity and strength.”(KNS)