Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inspected areas of Bajpur affected by severe hailstorms after the weather damaged farmers’ crops around noon. He conducted an aerial survey, followed by an on-ground inspection, to assess the extent of the agricultural damage.
Dhami also met farmers affected by the hailstorm and listened to their concerns. He assured them of all possible assistance from the government.
Helicopter diverted towards Bajpur
The Chief Minister was returning to Dehradun from Haldwani when he received information about the hailstorm and the resulting crop damage. He then directed the pilot to divert the helicopter towards Bajpur.
The diversion brought Dhami to the affected area for a first-hand assessment. His inspection included an aerial view of the storm-hit locations and a ground-level review of the damage reported by farmers.
The available information does not specify the total area affected, the number of farmers impacted or the value of the crop losses. No separate compensation amount or relief package has been announced in the reported details.
What happens next
The inspection is expected to help authorities assess the damage and consider assistance for affected farmers. Farmers’ concerns were placed directly before the Chief Minister during his visit, but the next administrative steps and any confirmed relief measures have not been detailed.
Conclusion
Severe hailstorms damaged crops in Bajpur around noon, prompting Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to divert his helicopter, inspect the affected areas and meet farmers. He assured them of all possible assistance, while the full extent of the damage remains to be assessed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What happened in Bajpur?
Severe hailstorms struck Bajpur around noon and damaged farmers’ crops.
Q. What did Pushkar Singh Dhami do?
He conducted an aerial survey and an on-ground inspection of the affected areas.
Q. Did the Chief Minister meet farmers?
Yes. Dhami met affected farmers and listened to their concerns.
Q. Why did Dhami travel to Bajpur?
He received information about the hailstorm and crop damage while returning to Dehradun from Haldwani, then directed the pilot to divert the helicopter towards Bajpur.
Q. What assistance was promised?
Dhami assured affected farmers of all possible assistance.
Q. Is the total crop loss known?
The reported details do not provide the total affected area, the number of farmers impacted or the value of the losses.
