Warangal: Sudden rains soak cotton and maize at Enumamula market

Sudden unseasonal rains on Tuesday in Warangal and Khammam districts damaged cotton and maize produce at the Enumamula agriculture market, adding to farmers’ woes after the recent cyclonic rains.

Farmers said the rain came suddenly, leaving no time to move the produce to safety. Cotton and maize that were ready for transport got completely soaked. Traders and the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) refused to buy the wet stock, leaving farmers disappointed. They urged officials to step in and ensure that purchases continue without any conditions.

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Warangal city recorded 36.5 mm of rainfall, while Gorrekunta received 25 mm. Mayor Gundu Sudharani and Municipal Commissioner Chahat Bajpai inspected waterlogged areas like Bank Colony, Shanti Nagar, and Pothana Nagar, and directed municipal teams to clear drains.

In Khammam district, Singareni mandal recorded 71 mm of rainfall and Konijerla 48.3 mm, while other areas received light rain. The sudden showers also damaged cotton and other farm produce kept out for drying.

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