Regarding need to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity during Harvesting season in Rural areas of Bundelkhand region, Uttar Pradesh-Laid

Regarding need to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity during harvesting season in rural areas of Bundelkhand region, Uttar Pradesh-Laid SHRI ANURAG SHARMA (JHANSI): I wish to draw the attention of the Government to an important issue concerning farmers in Uttar Pradesh, particularly in the Bundelkhand region comprising Jhansi, Lalitpur, Jalaun, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Banda and Chitrakoot. At present, major rabi crops such as wheat, barley, gram, mustard, peas and lentils are ready for harvest, and the months of March and April mark the peak harvesting season. During this period, farmers work tirelessly day and night to harvest and secure their produce after months of hard work. The Bundelkhand region has historically faced challenges such as low rainfall, recurring droughts and limited irrigation facilities. In such circumstances, reliable electricity supply becomes a critical requirement for agricultural activities. Farmers require uninterrupted electricity for final irrigation of fields, operation of threshers and other agricultural machinery, and for post-harvest activities such as cleaning, drying and storage of grains. Any disruption in power supply during this crucial period can result in serious losses and affect the livelihoods of farmers. I therefore urge the Government to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply in rural areas during the harvesting season, particularly in Bundelkhand, and to direct the concerned authorities to give priority to agricultural feeders, quick repair of faults and timely replacement of damaged transformers so that farmers? produce and livelihoods are adequately protected.