A severe three-week dry spell across 122 taluks in Karnataka has left farmers highly anxious, with agricultural experts predicting up to fifty percent crop losses. The unexpected rain deficit during the crucial growing season has severely affected paddy, maize, and regional pulse cultivations. The state agricultural department is quickly assessing the ground situation and preparing emergency drought-relief proposals.
Farmer unions are urgently demanding immediate financial assistance and guaranteed crop insurance payouts to survive the impending crisis. The government is expected to announce a specialized contingency plan shortly to support distressed farmers and effectively manage the state’s dwindling agricultural resources.
