How many hours has been increased in the power supply provided to the farmers in Haryana in year 2021?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) 4 hours

Explanation:

• In 2021, the Haryana government decided to increase the power supply to the agriculture sector to support farmers during the sowing season.
• The supply was increased by 4 hours, taking it from the previous 8 hours to 12 hours a day.
• This move was primarily aimed at facilitating the irrigation of thirsty crops like paddy.
• The increase was implemented in phased blocks across different districts to manage the grid load.
• Ensuring adequate power is a key part of the state's agriculture support policy.

• The 'Mhara Gaon Jagmag Gaon' scheme is another power-related initiative in Haryana for 24-hour rural domestic supply.
• Haryana has separate feeders for agricultural and domestic power distribution.