PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldKarnataka Faces 80% Crop Loss Due to Severe Drought, Says Parameshwara
Karnataka is experiencing severe drought with crop losses reaching up to 80% in some areas, Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara stated. The state government has announced Rs 1,250 crore in relief and is pressing for drought compensation funds to be released quickly. Parameshwara criticized the Centre for not providing aid under the National Disaster Response Fund and urged Karnataka MPs to unite to tackle the crisis. Foodgrain stocks are currently sufficient but may decline soon due to reduced production.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

