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A fresh alert from the Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across multiple districts in Bengal. While the weather brings relief from the heat, it has also triggered a crisis in farmlands and markets.
Due to continuous downpours, waterlogging has destroyed standing vegetable crops in several rural areas. Farmers report rotting harvests and disrupted supply chains, causing a ripple effect on urban prices. Consumers are now facing sharply increased rates on daily essentials like tomatoes, green chillies, brinjal, and leafy vegetables.
Vegetable vendors across Kolkata and nearby cities say supply has nearly halved, while demand remains steady. With fields under water, restocking is unlikely to improve soon unless the weather clears up.
The rainfall has not only damaged crops but has also hindered transportation, worsening the supply crunch. Farmers and vendors alike are urging state intervention to stabilise prices and protect upcoming sowing cycles.
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