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44% rain deficit hits Shivamogga crops, sowing at 28%
Shivamogga district has recorded a 44% deficit in southwest monsoon rainfall this season, with only 28% of the sowing target completed, Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti said on Tuesday. Paddy and maize are…
The Story in Brief
Shivamogga district has recorded a 44% deficit in southwest monsoon rainfall this season, with only 28% of the sowing target completed, Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti said on Tuesday. Paddy and maize are the worst-hit crops. Maize sown so far has not germinated well. Kavalikatti assured adequate fertiliser stock and said 185 of the 208 non-functional rain-gauge stations have been repaired, with the rest expected to be operational in 15 days.
The administration has sought compensation for horticulture farmers hit by hailstorms in April-May and requested a special relief package. Drinking water shortages have been reported in 37 villages in the district. Tanker water is being supplied to one village, and locally hired borewells are providing temporary supply.
The Indian Opinion
The usual blame game, monsoon failure versus government apathy, misses the real story. Shivamogga had 208 of 280 rain-gauge stations non-functional as of January, a scandal that cost areca growers insurance claims last year. While the district says 185 are now repaired, the remaining 23 must start working within 15 days to track shortfall accurately. Will the Deputy Commissioner meet his own deadline, or will farmers again be left without a safety net?
Source: thehindu.com
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