Khandwa Farmers' Holi Ruined: 500 Cr Irrigation Scheme Destroys Chickpea Crop

• Jawar Udhan Irrigation Scheme, built for 500 crore rupees in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, has allegedly destroyed chickpea crops.
• Farmers in Rohini village claim a damaged pipeline continuously released water for 18-20 days, leading to severe waterlogging.
• Ripe chickpea crops across approximately 1.5 acres for farmers like Haresingh, Shivpal, and Radheshyam Chauhan were completely ruined.
• Despite repeated complaints and officials visiting the site, the water supply was not stopped, nor was the pipeline repaired.
• Farmers are demanding compensation and warn of a protest outside the Collector's office if no solution is provided.