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Bihar CM transfers Rs 112.52 Cr to 2.48 Lakh flood-affected farmers

Patna, Oct 14 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday transferred Rs 112.52 crore to the bank accounts of 2,48,704 farmers affected by floods and crop damage in the state.
The amount was transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) under the Agriculture Input Grant Scheme at a programme. The farmers suffered crop losses due to heavy rainfall and an unexpected rise in the water levels of various rivers during the last week of August 2026.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister said helping farmers during difficult times was a priority for the state government.
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