Paddy transplantation has gained momentum in the PaliGanj subdivision of Patna district this year. The timely availability of irrigation water from the Sone Canal has provided significant relief to farmers, leading to rapid paddy sowing in most areas. However, due to a weak monsoon, some regions still face disappointment, with farmers awaiting good rainfall.

Farmers in the subdivision report that wherever the Sone Canal water reaches, paddy nurseries are ready, and transplantation work is in full swing. The canal water has largely mitigated the fear of drought, boosting farmers' morale. In several villages across blocks like PaliGanj, Bikram, Naubatpur, and Dulhinbazar, paddy seedlings are thriving in farmers' fields, and laborers are busy with transplantation.

Conversely, farmers in areas not served by the Sone Canal and entirely dependent on the monsoon remain concerned. Low rainfall in these regions has left fields dry, posing difficulties in preparing seedlings. These farmers hope for substantial rainfall in the coming days to enable them to transplant their paddy crops.

Agriculture department officials state they are continuously monitoring the situation and striving to provide all possible assistance to farmers. Measures are also being taken to ensure the availability of canal water. Paddy is Bihar's primary Kharif crop, and a good yield is crucial for the state's economy.