Drought Grips Nawalparasi West, Farmers Fear Crop Loss
Summary
Farmers in Nawalparasi West are facing severe drought and heat, causing paddy seedlings to dry and water shortages of drinking and irrigation water.
Key Points
- Nawalparasi West is experiencing a two-week drought with excessive heat causing drying of paddy seedlings.
- Severe water scarcity has led to drying of deep borewells and hand pumps, affecting both drinking and irrigation needs.
- Farmers have stopped planting paddy due to drying fields and are panicking over crop loss and water shortages.
- Local farmers hope for imminent monsoon rains to alleviate heat, water shortages, and revive paddy cultivation.
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