Drought threatens Nagaroor's paddy crops as irrigation channels face damage

Severe drought is impacting agricultural fields in Nagaroor, with crops nearing harvest now facing water scarcity. Farmers are struggling to irrigate their fields, which are drying up due to the intense summer heat. This lack of water is jeopardizing the yield of paddy crops that have already started to bear grain. The situation is exacerbated by damaged field bunds and the conversion of irrigation channels into roads, hindering water flow. Farmers are appealing for urgent intervention from the local government and agricultural department.