Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj Facilitates Floodwater Drainage and Crop Sowing in Deva Village

Deva village, located in the Hisar tehsil of Hisar district, Haryana, recently faced a significant agricultural crisis due to severe waterlogging. 

The proximity of the village to a local drain resulted in the overflow of water into approximately 100 acres of farmland. 

This environmental situation led to the complete destruction of the previous Kharif crops, which included:

• Paddy (Dhan)
• Bajra (Pearl Millet)
• Narma (Cotton)

The volume of water was reported to be so high that farmers had lost all expectations of being able to sow the upcoming Rabi (Sadi) crop. 

Local residents stated that administrative efforts and other available resources had failed to provide a timely solution to the drainage problem, leaving the livelihoods of the agrarian community at risk.

Intervention via Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj and the Annapurna Muhim

Faced with the prospect of a barren season, the villagers sent a request for assistance to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj. Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj directly responded to this request through the Annapurna Muhim. 

Within a period of three to four days following the request, a relief convoy arrived in Deva village equipped with industrial-grade machinery and technical supplies.

The logistical support provided by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj included:

• High-capacity pumping motors and machines.
• Heavy-duty delivery pipes for water diversion.
• Technical solution for joining pipes.
• Dedicated volunteers to manage the operations.

The Sarpanch of Deva village noted that the assistance was comprehensive to the extent that the village administration did not need to procure even a single nut or bolt from the market.

Also Read: How Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj Ended Deva Village’s Devastating Flood Nightmare

Operational Execution and Drainage Results

The machinery provided by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj operated continuously, day and night, to extract the stagnant water from the fields and discharge it back into the drain. The drainage operation lasted approximately 20 to 25 days.

The technical and physical outcomes of this operation are as follows:

• Water Clearance: Approximately 95% of the water has been successfully removed from the 100-acre submerged area.
• Agricultural Recovery: Most of the land has dried sufficiently to allow for the sowing of wheat.
• Immediate Sowing: Farmers have already completed the sowing process across the majority of the cleared land, and green shoots of wheat are now visible.
• Resource Management: The villagers have safely stored the pipes provided by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj to ensure they can be used for future protection against drain overflows and for current irrigation needs.

Financial Implications and Economic Relief for Farmers

The flooding had created a severe financial burden for the farmers of Deva, many of whom cultivate land on a lease basis. The economic details provided by the local farmers include:

• Lease Costs: The land, much of which is Panchayat property, carries a lease rate of approximately ₹30,000 to ₹35,000 per acre.
• Input Losses: Total loss of the previous six-month crop cycle.
• Operational Costs: Farmers estimated a diesel expense of approximately ₹7,000 per acre was being incurred in individual attempts to pump water before the full-scale intervention.
• Debt Prevention: Residents including Daljeet Singh and Sunil Kumar stated that without the free resources provided by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, the farmers would have been forced into significant debt or faced starvation.

Stakeholder Reports and Local Testimonials

Several individuals from the village provided detailed accounts of the impact of the relief work:

• The Village Sarpanch: He confirmed that the water flow was so intense that sowing was initially deemed impossible. He expressed formal gratitude to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj for taking responsibility for the farmers’ welfare.
• Daljeet Singh (Elderly Farmer): He remarked that the previous crop was destroyed and the village faced a “man-made disaster” before Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj provided the motors, pipes, and lighting arrangements.
• Vikram and Vinod Kumar (Farmers): They reported that while most areas are sown, some low-lying plots (approximately 5-10 days away from readiness) still contain mud. They noted the high risk involved in sowing in such damp conditions but emphasized that the drainage made it a possibility.
• Sunil Kumar: He estimated that the wider regional impact of such drainage issues affects thousands of acres across Deva, Camri, Marwar, Gangwa, Tokas, and Patan, which share similar topographies.

Summary of Agricultural Relief in Deva Village

Successful Crop Sowing and Restoration of Village Livelihoods

The intervention by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj has resulted in the restoration of agricultural activity in Deva village. The successful drainage of 100 acres has transitioned the land from a state of submerged waste to a productive wheat-growing area. 

Farmers have reported that the presence of green crops has alleviated the mental stress associated with bank loans and potential bankruptcy. 

The village community now utilizes the provided infrastructure to maintain the current crop, ensuring that the agricultural cycle remains uninterrupted despite the earlier flood damage.