A weekend spell of heavy rain began in Laksar after dawn, following an initial drizzle that started around 8 in the morning. The sustained downpour provided much-needed relief from heat for local villagers, who had endured a prolonged heat spell. However, the continuous rainfall has raised concerns about crop health, with fears of waterlogging and potential disease affecting standing crops. Daily life in the town and surrounding areas was disrupted as rain persisted throughout the morning into the day. In response to the weather bulletin from the weather department, the Haridwar district administration announced a holiday for schools, impacting students and parents alike.
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Heavy rainfall in Laksar brings heat relief for locals but raises crop damage fears as schools close
Persistent showers began Saturday morning in Laksar, easing the heat for rural residents but threatening crops through waterlogging. The weather department notes prompted the Haridwar district administration to declare a holiday for schools.
