Rain and hailstorms struck central Madhya Pradesh, affecting districts like Sehore, Agar Malwa, Shajapur, Gwalior, and Ujjain. The sudden weather changes led to heavy rainfall in various areas, with hailstones the size of chickpeas falling in Jawer and Hingoni villages. Farmers are worried about crop damage, especially to wheat and gram crops, due to the strong winds and hail.
The adverse weather conditions have caused financial concerns for farmers as standing crops have been flattened. In Jawer, heavy rain and hailstorms damaged wheat fields, with fears of grain shedding. The impact of the storms also disrupted power supply in some areas, adding to the inconvenience faced by residents.
Meteorologists have issued warnings for 28 districts, including Bhopal and Gwalior, due to an active cyclonic circulation over Haryana. The weather system is expected to persist for the next two days, bringing more rainfall to the region. The fresh spell of rain is likely to intensify the cold weather, with dense fog and chilly winds affecting the state.
Farmers are particularly worried about the timing of the hailstorm, which has hit crops at a critical growth stage. The state is bracing for further rainfall, exacerbating the challenges faced by farmers already struggling with cold conditions.
