Untimely Rains Devastate Andhra Farmers: Crops Destroyed, Livelihoods Threatened

• Sudden heavy rains, strong winds, and hailstorms in erstwhile Krishna district caused widespread destruction to standing crops.
• Chilli in threshing yards soaked, maize flattened, and mango, banana, and papaya orchards severely damaged.
• Farmers face irreparable losses, with harvested crops ruined and investment recovery uncertain.
• Soaked maize in market yards raises concerns about procurement and minimum support price.
• Government orders assessment of crop damage and assures input subsidy for affected farmers.