J&K Legislators Highlight Weather-Based Crop Insurance and Infrastructure Issues
J&K Legislators Highlight Weather-Based Crop Insurance and Infrastructure Issues
IN · Published Sep 23, 2026
During Zero Hour in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, legislators raised various public concerns, including weather-based crop insurance, road connectivity, disaster relief, and education.
MLA Kulgam Mohammad Yousuf Rather emphasised the need for a comprehensive weather-based crop insurance scheme and protection of saffron cultivation.

Impact & Risks

Farmers in J&K face significant risks due to unpredictable weather, including hailstorms and floods, which have led to crop losses. The lack of adequate insurance schemes exacerbates their vulnerability. Poor road connectivity and stalled infrastructure projects hinder economic growth and access to essential services. Additionally, the absence of quality checks on pesticides poses risks to agricultural sustainability and public health.

Related News