The government has alerted farmers due to the possibility of severe reduction in rainfall in Maharashtra from July 8. It has been advised not to rush in sowing. There is a red alert in Nashik due to heavy rains, while a crocodile was rescued in Mumbai.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [भारत]July 7 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Tuesday asked farmers to plan agricultural activities according to weather conditions as there is a possibility of a significant reduction in rainfall in some parts of the state from July 8.
Although parts of Maharashtra received heavy rains, the state agriculture department has urged farmers in areas with less than satisfactory rainfall not to rush into sowing until adequate moisture is created in the soil.
CMO’s advice for farmers
“Although Mumbai and western Maharashtra received heavy rainfall in early July, rainfall has been below average over various parts of the state so far. Notably, rainfall amounts are less over Khandesh (Dhule and Nandurbar), Madhya Maharashtra (Ahilyanagar and Solapur), parts of western Vidarbha and some areas of Marathwada,” the CMO said in a statement on Twitter.
The statement further said, “A significant reduction in rainfall is expected over most parts of the state from July 8, and this situation is likely to persist for at least the next 10 days. During this period, below average rainfall is expected over various parts of the state. Additionally, a rise in maximum temperatures cannot be ruled out across the state. As per preliminary forecasts of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the second fortnight of July may see extremely deficient rainfall as compared to the first fortnight.”
Appealing to farmers, the CMO said, “Farmers should plan their agricultural activities according to this weather condition. The state agriculture department is appealing to farmers in areas where satisfactory rains have not yet occurred, not to rush into sowing until adequate moisture is created in the soil.”
Heavy rain in Nashik, red alert
Meanwhile, according to the India Meteorological Department, very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds was recorded in Konkan and Central Maharashtra on Tuesday. There was very heavy rain in Nashik today and the administration has issued a red alert. A bridge under construction has been damaged.
District Collector Ayush Prasad said, “An under-construction bridge has suffered some damage. I will visit there. There has been no flooding in the Trimbakeshwar municipal area due to improvements in the gutter system. Before the Kumbh next year, the gutter network will be completed. Urban planners will also work on improvements in Sadhugram. ‘Red’ alert has already been issued for Trimbakeshwar. There is minor flooding in some areas, which will be cleared soon.”
Crocodile found under car in Mumbai
In a shocking incident in Mumbai, around 7:00 am, the forest department control room received information that a crocodile was spotted under a vehicle in the parking area near Chandivali Dargah Road near NITIE in Powai.
Forest department and members of a snake rescue organization successfully rescued the crocodile. After the rescue, the crocodile was veterinary examined by veterinary officials of the forest department. Medical examination certified that the crocodile is completely healthy and fit. Subsequently, with the approval of senior forest officials, the crocodile was safely released into its natural habitat away from human settlements, ensuring its safety and well-being.
‘Spider-Man’ created to help people suffering from waterlogging
Meanwhile, troubled by waterlogging, a local named Shadab in Mumbai’s Bhiwandi was seen dressed as Spider-Man to help the public. She said, “I saw that the municipal officials had not come here to remove the problem of stagnant water. Inspired by the way Spider-Man helps people and saves their lives in the movies, I decided to do the same in real life, helping others and clearing the stagnant water.”
According to the IMD, fairly widespread to widespread rainfall is predicted over Konkan and Goa till July 13 and over Madhya Maharashtra on July 8, followed by isolated rain over the region till July 13. (ANI)
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