Mains issueGS-3News & Analysis12 October 2026

Fiscal Federalism, Climate Change Impacts, and Disaster Management

Aspirants should be able to analyze the multi-faceted challenges posed by climate-induced disasters, the mechanisms of fiscal federalism for disaster response, and the policy interventions required to build resilience in vulnerable sectors like agriculture, water, and energy.

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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Telangana is seeking a special financial package from the Centre to mitigate the potential adverse impacts of El Nino, highlighting the ongoing challenges of climate change adaptation and the role of fiscal federalism in disaster response.

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The Telangana government plans to seek a special financial package from the Central government to address the potential adverse impacts of El Nino, including agricultural distress, power shortages, and depleting groundwater levels. The state delegation will request financial assistance and additional workdays under the 'VB-G RAM G Scheme' (likely MGNREGA) and has advised farmers against cultivating a second crop.

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