Telangana Farmers' Fury: Paddy Bonus Disbursed, Rythu Bharosa Delayed

• Telangana government begins depositing Rs. 649.84 crores as a bonus for fine paddy, addressing farmer dissatisfaction.
• Bonus is only for farmers who sold fine paddy at government procurement centers, subject to quality checks, causing confusion.
• Farmers not receiving the bonus can complain to AO/MEO, Rythu Vedika helpline (1800-200-0022), Gram Sachivalayam, or District Collector/MLA.
• Only Rs. 649.84 crores disbursed against a promised Rs. 1,159 crores for fine paddy bonus, raising doubts among farmers.
• The main Rythu Bharosa scheme (Rs. 6,000/acre) remains delayed, fueling farmer anger and political criticism.

Why It Matters: Telangana disburses fine paddy bonus amid farmer discontent, but main Rythu Bharosa scheme faces delays.