Unseasonal rains damage 2.49L hectares of rabi crop: Minister
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Bhopal: Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said unseasonal rains and hailstorms have damaged standing rabi crops across 2.49 lakh hectares so far across several states, with the wheat crop being the most affected. Speaking to reporters ahead of the "Unnat Krishi Mela" launch in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, Chouhan said three departments are conducting the survey, and assessments are still underway.
The reported damage, till April 8, shows that the wheat crop was most affected, followed by horticulture crops like mango and litchi.
"The Modi government stands firmly with farmers in this crisis," he assured. On April 5, Chouhan had directed officials to review losses in affected states and coordinate with state governments.
