Sankhalim, Jan. 3 -- Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, on Saturday, distributed sanction letters under the Shetkari Aadhar Nidhi Scheme to the farmers who suffered losses due to unseasonal rains.

Speaking to ANI, Sawant informed that this year, 3,950 farmers have benefited under the scheme, with financial assistance totalling Rs 3.68 crore.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed the Government of Goa's commitment to standing with farmers through thick and thin, "ensuring timely assistance with transparency and sensitivity, making farming secure, sustainable, and dignified."

"Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the Government of Goa will ensure proper agricultural support is provided to farmers in all sectors," Sawant said.

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