Difficult Times for Kheroni Farmers, Irrigation Department to Blame?
Due to lack of water, farmers of 10 villages of Kheroni have not been able to sow paddy seedlings. They are accusing the Irrigation Department of turning a blind eye to their condition
| 9 Jun 2021 6:30 AM GMT
Kheroni, Karbi Anglong: Farmers of Kheroni in Karbi Anglong district of Assam are a worried lot. They have not yet been able to sow paddy seedlings due to lack of sufficient water. The farmers get water from the irrigation project located at Matikhola. But the excessive water flow from the hills damaged the dam three months ago which is yet to be repaired. Local farmers alleged that the Irrigation Department has not taken the matter seriously. Due to which farmers from around 10 villages of the area could not sow seedlings till today.