Cyclone Arnab Destroys Over 3 Lakh Hectares of Crops in Andhra Pradesh

Times of India · india

Cyclone Arnab has caused extensive crop damage across Andhra Pradesh, affecting an estimated 3.08 lakh hectares. West Godavari district suffered the most, with nearly 74,000 hectares of crops destroyed, impacting around 1.5 lakh farmers. Other severely affected districts include Kakinada, Dr B R Ambedkar Konaseema, East Godavari, and Krishna. The cyclone's impact has compounded existing challenges for farmers, including El Niño effects and irrigation issues. The state government is assessing losses and working to provide compensation and insurance claims to affected farmers.