Standing, harvested crops lost as rain continues

Exact quantum of loss yet to be estimated; affected farmers expecting relief package from government

Heavy and unrelenting rain in several parts of Karnataka has resulted in both standing and harvested crops perishing on the fields. While the exact quantum is yet to be estimated, reports indicate extensive damage. Farmers are expecting a relief package from the State Government.

Heavy rain coupled with gusty winds has left large tracts of mature paddy fields flattened at Karatagi and Gangavati taluks in the Koppal district, two major paddy growing taluks of the State. Harvested paddy too is perishing at heaps.

“The grain formation of the paddy is over and the crop is at harvesting stage. The rain lashed on November 14 and 17 has damaged the standing crop,” said Sadashiv V., Joint Director of Agriculture, Koppal.