Kerala crop losses estimated at ₹67 crore after monsoon damage
What Happened
Kerala has estimated crop losses of ₹67.44 crore due to heavy monsoon rains, floods and landslides. The damage has affected 1,882 hectares of farmland and over 23,500 farmers across the state. Kerala government has announced a relief package, including a 25% increase in crop-loss compensation and financial support for affected farmers and households.
Key Takeaways
Extreme weather is increasingly translating into significant farm losses, highlighting the growing economic cost of climate-related disasters.