Unseasonal rains devastate Gujarat, crops worth ₹1,500 cr lost
• Unseasonal rains in Gujarat have caused approximately ₹1,500 crore in crop losses, affecting over a third of the state's Kharif crops.
• The Saurashtra region is the most severely impacted, accounting for about 80% of the total crop damage in Gujarat.
• The Gujarat government is set to announce a new relief package to support the affected farmers, following a detailed assessment of the damages.
Gujarat faces huge crop losses due to rains
Unseasonal rains have devastated Gujarat, leading to significant crop losses estimated at ₹1,500 crore. A recent government survey indicates that over one-third of Gujarat’s Kharif crops have suffered extensive damage due to this unexpected rainfall. The total losses are approximated to be around ₹1,574 crore. The Gujarat government is preparing to announce a new relief package to support the affected farmers.
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