India, April 17 -- Petrol and diesel shortages are disrupting wheat harvesting across parts of Uttar Pradesh

Farmers report machines lying idle as fuel supplies run dry during the peak harvest period

Long queues and temporary closures at petrol pumps are delaying operations in several districts

Labour shortages and recent weather damage are compounding the crisis for growers

Delays in harvesting could lead to further crop losses and financial strain

Shortages of petrol and diesel across several districts of Uttar Pradesh are beginning to affect the wheat harvest, with farmers reporting delays at a critical stage of the crop cycle.

"Machines are standing in the villages to harvest wheat and separate the grains and straw, but there is...