Farming worries as India faces driest June in over a decade

Farmers in a parched field in Maharashtra examine their wilting crops, expressing concern over the severe drought impacting their livelihoods as the country faces its driest June in over a decade.

The lack of rainfall has immediate implications for farmers, particularly in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Rajasthan, where water scarcity is already a pressing issue. Many farmers are reporting stunted crop growth and are worried about their ability to sustain yields for the upcoming harvest. To understand the impact of these conditions, it’s important to … Read more