Hailstorm Devastates Crops in Latur, Farmers Face Severe Crisis

• A hailstorm with thunder and gusty winds damaged standing and harvested crops in Latur district, Maharashtra.
• Rabi crops like wheat, gram, jowar, and orchards of mango, watermelon, muskmelon, banana, and vegetables were affected.
• Hailstones weighing 25-50 grams caused significant damage in Deoni tehsil.
• Preliminary reports indicate 52 hectares of crops affected, with 42 in Nilanga and 10 in Deoni.
• Latur MLA Amit Deshmukh urged immediate damage assessment and compensation for farmers, as more rain and hailstorms are predicted.