August 2026

Unseasonal rains accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms caused widespread damage across several parts of Nagarkurnool district, severely affecting agricultural fields and rural communities. Farmers reported significant losses as standing crops, including paddy, maize, cotton, and other seasonal crops, were damaged due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging. The unexpected weather has created financial hardship for many farming families who were preparing for harvest. In addition to crop damage, a lightning strike during the storm claimed the lives of 30 goats belonging to local livestock farmers. The incident occurred while the animals were grazing in an open field, causing substantial economic losses to the affected families. Local residents expressed concern over the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and their impact on agriculture and livestock. District officials have begun assessing the extent of the damage and are collecting reports from the affected villages. Farmers and livestock owners have appealed to the government for immediate financial assistance, crop loss compensation, and relief measures to help them recover from the unexpected disaster. Authorities have also advised residents to remain cautious during thunderstorms and follow weather advisories issued by the concerned departments.

Farmers in Nagarkurnool district have alleged that officials from the Electricity Department illegally cut down 18 mature teak trees located on their agricultural land without prior notice or obtaining their consent. According to the affected farmers, the trees had been cultivated over several years and represented a significant financial investment as well as an important source of future income. The incident has caused considerable concern among local farming communities. The farmers stated that they were neither informed about the proposed tree removal nor compensated for the loss before the operation was carried out. They claim that the trees were felled during electricity infrastructure works, leaving them with substantial economic losses. The affected families have urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident, determine whether proper procedures were followed, and ensure accountability if any violations are found. Following the allegations, local residents and farmer representatives have requested immediate intervention from the district administration. They have demanded a fair assessment of the damage, appropriate compensation for the loss of the teak trees, and the implementation of safeguards to prevent similar incidents in the future. The matter has drawn attention to the importance of balancing infrastructure development with the protection of farmers’ rights and environmental resources.