Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Andhra Pradesh Prepares for El Niño Impact
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, has announced that the government is taking steps to deal with the effects of El Niño, which is causing drought-like conditions.
The government plans to run awareness programs to educate farmers and the public about how to prepare.
Meanwhile, the CPI national secretary, K Ramakrishna, has met with the Chief Minister to ask for more help for farmers.
He pointed out that many areas have not received enough rain, and farmers are struggling.
Ramakrishna asked the government to support alternative crop cultivation and ensure that drinking water is available, especially in drought-affected regions.
The Chief Minister assured that the government is working to prevent water shortages and mitigate the impact of El Niño.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced measures to tackle El Niño impact in Andhra Pradesh.
CPI national secretary K Ramakrishna met with the CM to seek support for farmers affected by drought.
21 districts recorded a 54% rainfall deficit, with 249 mandals experiencing severe drought conditions.
The government plans to conduct awareness programs starting August 3 to educate farmers and the public.
Ramakrishna urged the government to encourage alternative crop cultivation and ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply.
- Who
- Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and CPI national secretary K Ramakrishna
- What
- Government measures to tackle El Niño and opposition demands for farmer support
- When
- Awareness programs to start on August 3
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To mitigate the impact of El Niño and support farmers affected by drought-like conditions
Government Measures
Opposition Demands
Government Response
Government Measures
The government is taking measures to tackle El Niño, including awareness programs and ensuring drinking water supply.
Opposition Demands
The opposition demands more support for farmers, including alternative crop cultivation and financial assistance.
- Chief Minister
- N. Chandrababu Naidu
- CPI National Secretary
- K Ramakrishna
- Districts with Deficit Rainfall
- 21
- Mandals with Drought Conditions
- 249
- Rainfall Deficit
- 54%
- Awareness Program Start Date
- August 3
- High-Risk Mandals Identified
- 122
- Fodder Stock Available
- 286.30 lakh tonnes
