El Niño‑Induced Drought Followed by Floods Devastate North Andhra Farmers

The El Niño weather pattern led to a prolonged dry spell across North Andhra Pradesh, severely affecting agricultural activities and leaving fields parched. Subsequent to the drought, the region experienced intense rainfall that resulted in floods, inundating farmlands and disrupting sowing operations. Farmers have reported damage to standing crops and loss of livelihood, prompting urgent calls for relief assistance from state and central agencies. Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage and coordinating relief measures to support the affected farming communities.