Hours of torrential rain in Pathri on Wednesday have left several agricultural fields waterlogged, increasing farmers’ fears that standing water could damage crops that were already under stress. Paddy, sugarcane and vegetable fields are among those considered vulnerable if the wet conditions continue.
Farmers said they had invested substantial money and worked hard to prepare their crops. With water covering fields in several locations, some crops are already submerged and deteriorating. They fear another spell of intense rain could worsen the losses.
Crops facing risk
Farmers Deshraj Saini, Surat Singh, Vipin Kumar, Suleman, Ramesh, Meghraj and Sushil Kumar said prolonged rain and waterlogging could severely affect paddy, sugarcane and vegetable cultivation. They warned that extensive crop damage would create a livelihood crisis for farming families.
The farmers have asked the administration to conduct a crop-loss survey and arrange suitable compensation. Their demand is for the damage to be formally assessed so that affected cultivators can seek relief.
Officials to assess damage
Naib Tehsildar Anil Kumar Gupta said that, after receiving information, officials would visit the affected locations and arrange an assessment of the damage caused by rainwater. A report will then be sent to the relevant authorities.
The assessment will determine the extent of crop damage in the waterlogged fields. Further official action will depend on the report prepared after the field inspection.
Conclusion
Waterlogging after heavy rain has heightened the risk to paddy, sugarcane and vegetable crops in Pathri. Farmers are seeking compensation, while officials are expected to assess the damage and forward their findings to the concerned authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where have farmers reported rain-related crop concerns?
Pathri in the Haridwar area.
Q. Which crops may be affected?
Paddy, sugarcane and vegetables.
Q. What has caused the immediate concern?
Heavy rain has filled fields with water, and some crops are already submerged.
Q. What are farmers asking the administration to do?
They want a survey of crop losses and suitable compensation.
Q. Who will assess the reported damage?
Officials will visit the affected locations after receiving information, according to Naib Tehsildar Anil Kumar Gupta.
Q. What happens after the field assessment?
A report will be sent to the relevant authorities.
