Heavy Rainfall in Telangana Brings Much-Needed Relief to Farmers After Dry Spell
Heavy rainfall across Telangana has brought much-needed relief to farmers after a prolonged dry spell, reviving early-sown crops and boosting hopes for a successful agricultural season.
Sangareddy: Several parts of Sangareddy district received moderate to heavy rainfall on Monday, offering much-needed relief to farmers who had sown crops early in the season. The showers came after a nearly 10-day dry spell, which had left cultivators worried about germination and early crop growth.
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Early Sowing Impacted by Dry Conditions
Farmers had taken advantage of good rainfall in late May and begun sowing cotton, maize, soya, and other crops. However, the lack of follow-up rains caused concerns, as many fields showed partial or no sprouting due to inadequate moisture levels.
Rain Brings Smiles, Spurs Activity
Monday’s showers were seen as a turning point, with farmers welcoming the rain with relief. The rain not only improved soil moisture but also re-energised agricultural activity in the region. Farmers who had held off on sowing were observed preparing fields for cultivation immediately after the rainfall.
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Flooding Reported in Narayankhed
While the rains were mostly beneficial, Narayankhed town—which received heavy downpour—reported flooding in low-lying areas. Officials are monitoring the situation, though no major damages have been reported as of yet.
Outlook
Agriculture officials say the rainfall has come at a critical time and should support healthy sprouting for early-sown crops. Continued showers over the next few days are expected to stabilize the kharif season in the district.
