Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on August 10 reviewed the state’s rainfall situation and preparedness for possible floods and excessive rainfall, directing ministers and officials to ensure that every district remains fully prepared to deal with emerging weather conditions.
The review meeting was held at the Mantralaya in Bhopal. The Chief Minister said Madhya Pradesh has received 15% less rainfall than normal this monsoon, with some districts facing deficient rainfall while others may receive heavy rainfall in the coming days.
He directed officials to ensure that farmers and citizens do not face difficulties due to either deficient rainfall or excessive rainfall.
MP Records 15% Less Rainfall Than Normal
Officials informed the meeting that Madhya Pradesh received 483 mm of rainfall between June 1 and August 10, against the normal rainfall of 571 mm for the period.
This represents an average rainfall deficit of 15%.
The rainfall figures presented during the meeting were:
- Eastern Madhya Pradesh: 513.20 mm
- Western Madhya Pradesh: 459.80 mm
- Normal rainfall during June 1-August 10: 571 mm
- Actual rainfall during the period: 483 mm
- Overall average rainfall: 949.50 mm
The Chief Minister expressed concern over deficient rainfall in some districts and instructed concerned departments to make all necessary preparations to deal with the situation.
Officials also informed him that around 84% of the paddy sowing in the state has been completed.
CM Mohan Yadav Stresses Preparedness in Every District
CM Mohan Yadav directed officials to closely monitor the rainfall situation and take preventive measures in districts experiencing deficient rainfall.
He said that the situation is unusual because while some districts have received less rainfall, several other districts could witness higher rainfall in the coming period.
The Chief Minister directed departments to ensure adequate preparedness so that both farmers and citizens remain protected from the impact of deficient rainfall, flooding and excessive rainfall.
Farmers Advised to Prioritise Low-Irrigation Crops
The Chief Minister directed officials to encourage farmers to plan ahead for the upcoming Rabi season.
He said farmers should be encouraged to prioritise crops that require comparatively less irrigation in view of the rainfall situation.
Officials were specifically instructed to ensure adequate availability of seeds required for gram cultivation.
Dam Water Levels Remain 10% Below Five-Year Average
The meeting also reviewed the water storage position in Madhya Pradesh’s reservoirs.
As of August 10, the state’s dams had approximately 49% water storage, which is around 10 percentage points below the five-year average.
For comparison:
- Current water storage: 49%
- Five-year average: 59%
- Water storage last year: 75%
- Reservoirs with 50% or less storage: 36
- Reservoirs with 50-90% storage: 18
The figures indicate the need for continued monitoring of water availability, particularly in areas where reservoir levels remain comparatively low.
Disaster Control Rooms to Remain Active
CM Mohan Yadav directed officials to ensure that disaster control rooms at both the state and district levels remain operational.
He said information related to waterlogging, damage and flood-like situations should be recorded immediately.
Officials were also asked to assess the need to shift people from flood-prone and waterlogging-prone areas to safer locations.
In case of excessive rainfall, adequate arrangements should also be made for relief camps, depending on the situation.
CM Mohan Yadav Issues Key Directions
The Chief Minister issued several instructions during the review meeting:
- Regular monitoring of rainfall and water storage should be carried out.
- Water levels in major water sources and ponds should be monitored regularly.
- State and district-level disaster control rooms should remain operational.
- Information about waterlogging and damage should be recorded immediately.
- Flood-prone residents should be shifted to safe locations whenever required.
- Adequate arrangements for relief camps should be made in case of excessive rainfall.
- Availability of fertilisers and seeds for farmers should be ensured.
- More farmers should be brought under crop insurance schemes.
- Smooth electricity supply should be maintained during irrigation.
- Road maintenance after rainfall should be carried out efficiently.
- Timely warnings should be issued to people living in low-lying areas whenever water is released from dams.
- Adequate medicines should be available in every district to prevent monsoon-related infectious diseases.
Crop Damage Survey and Compensation to Farmers
CM Mohan Yadav also directed the Revenue Department to conduct transparent surveys of crops damaged due to excessive rainfall or waterlogging.
He instructed officials to properly assess crop losses and focus on completing the process for providing compensation to affected farmers through the Disaster Relief Fund.
The government also stressed the need for adequate coordination between departments and farmers to ensure timely assistance.
Action Ordered Against Complaints in Moong Procurement
The Chief Minister also reviewed the procurement of moong.
He directed officials to take immediate action wherever complaints related to quality or irregularities are received in the moong procurement process completed so far.
Wherever difficulties or bottlenecks are reported, special teams should be constituted to resolve them and complete the work.
He also ordered immediate action on complaints related to black marketing and directed concerned departments to maintain regular dialogue with farmers and farmer organisations.
Ministers and Senior Officials Attend Review Meeting
Water Resources Minister Tulsiram Silawat, Revenue Minister Karan Singh Verma, Cooperation Minister Vishwas Sarang, Social Justice Minister Narayan Singh Kushwah and Public Health Engineering Minister Sampatiya Uikey attended the meeting.
Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Prahlad Patel, Energy Minister Pradyuman Singh Tomar and Agriculture Minister Edal Singh Kansana joined the meeting virtually.
Chief Secretary Ashok Barnwal, Director General of Police Kailash Makwana and other senior officials were also present.
