Dry spell leaves Chittoor farmers staring at crop loss

64.5% rainfall deficit hits kharif crops; western mandals record over 78% shortfall, with groundwater, drinking water and fodder sources under strain

· 9/4/2026, 1:54:44 PM· 2 min read

64.5% rainfall deficit hits kharif crops; western mandals record over 78% shortfall, with groundwater, drinking water and fodder sources under strain