The summer season, one of the most lucrative times for the farmers with sales and demand usually skyrocketing for the fruit, is showing a depressing reversal this time around
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Palakkad, Malappuram, Kollam, and Idukki among the worst-a ected districts in terms of rainfall de ciency this summer season; farmers say that summer crops, which are at present in the critical tillering stage, are struggling to survive the extreme temperature
The primary occupation of the people here was agriculture. With mango and tamarind widely grown in the region, the farmers said there was a need for government processing units.
Gangotri Temple Committee said that the consumption of Panchgavya will be mandatory to enter the temple to confirm their adherence to Sanatan Dharma.
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As many as 2,032 farmers across 14 districts have been affected by the crop loss arising from the intense summer temperatures and absence of seasonal rainfall. Cost-wise, Thiruvananthapuram, Malappuram and Alappuzha have reported the highest losses among the districts
Agriculture remains the main occupation but with waterbodies filling up only after a good spell of rain, the farming community depends largely on borewells for cultivation
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Rain-fed Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka face the highest exposure, while Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh benefit from a stronger irrigation cover.
At least two houses were damaged, and farmers reported significant losses. Power supply was disrupted for hours after trees snapped lines and toppled electric poles. Winds wreaked havoc along the Kuttampuzha–Pooyamkutty stretch
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Farmers can avail loans at an attractive interest rate of 6% to procure the harvesters, in addition to government subsidies
Farmers allege irregularities at paddy direct procurement centres (PDCs), along with problems in the transportation of paddy to warehouses and lack of proper power supply
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Musiri, an agriculturally fertile constituency on the banks of the Cauvery in Tiruchi district, is known for its rich history, vibrant farming economy and traditional crafts. As the State Assembly elections approach, residents point to challenges such as groundwater depletion, irrigation planning, road connectivity, water supply and the future of cottage industries, even as agriculture and banana cultivation continue to sustain livelihoods.
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With no large-scale infrastructure development, Usilampatti still retains its rural and rustic nature; more than half of the people in this constituency are involved in agriculture and allied activities
The major demand of the farmers of the arid region is the revival of the waterbodies to meet the drinking water needs and for the agricultural purposes.
The constituency is drought-prone, and the agriculture sustained by borewell irrigation is turning dry due to depleting groundwater levels.
Over 80% of people are involved in the cultivation of sugarcane, betel leaf, and banana among other crops.
The region bore the burnt of Gaja Cyclone in 2018, when thousands of coconut plantations were uprooted and damaged
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Krishnagiri has consistenty oscillated between the DMK and AIADMK in hustings since 1984, with the incumbent being an AIADMK MLA; the challenger this time around is from Congress; lack of rail connectivity, grievances of mango farmers and a toll plaza in the wrong place are some of the issues the electorate seeks answers to
Vepanahalli is primarily agrarian with horticultural cropping. Parts of Shoolagiri and Udhanapalli are facing imminent land alienation with notification of lands for establishment of SIPCOT industrial estates, given its proximity to Hosur’s industrial ecosystem.
Local farmers and residents have highlighted a persistent need for more Direct Procurement Centres (DPCs) to streamline the sale of their produce.
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Government of India press release: Progress of Area Coverage under Summer Crops as on 17.04.2026
Growing discontent among farmers regarding big-ticket projects, clash between industrial push and agrarian economy and an infrastructure under pressure are likely to be the major issues influencing voter decisions
Farmers say that during the peak season, the DPCs find it difficult to process and move the large volume of paddy that they deposit there. Payments are often delayed too, sometimes for over a month to three months. Irulars in the constituency say they face stigmatisation and live in abject poverty
Agriculture continues to shape the local economy, with coconut, banana, vegetables, and turmeric as the main crops. The areca sheath industry has emerged as a parallel activity, with units producing plates and bowls catering to steady market demand.
Encompassing Thirumayam, Arimalam, and Ponnamaravathy unions, the constituency continues to remain industrially backward necessitating many educated youth to move out in search of employment; farmers complain that sufficient attention has not been paid to water management in this rain-fed region
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Tenkasi Assembly segment’s economy is based on agriculture and Courtallam-based tourism activities; unfortunately, both the livelihood activities are yet to thrive in a big way.
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