India, March 27 -- Residents across Arunachal Pradesh report a noticeably warmer and drier winter from January to March

Farmers say reduced rainfall, dry soil and shrinking streams are affecting crops and livelihoods

Water sources in some areas have declined sharply, with streams and springs nearly drying up

Warmer conditions are linked to rising pest activity, forest dryness and wildfire incidents

Long-term data suggests a steady warming trend and increasing rainfall deficits across the state

Villagers and farmers across several districts of Arunachal Pradesh say the winter months from January to March felt noticeably warmer than usual this year.

Dry soil, reduced rainfall and shrinking water sources were reported across the state....