India, March 20 -- Persistent rain and gusty winds have flattened the wheat crop in fields of several districts, including Sangrur and Karnal, leaving farmers concerned about their harvest. While the dip in mercury initially benefited the grain, the intensity of the downpour and gusty winds has become a cause for concern.

In Sangrur's Laddi village, farmer Rajveer Singh reported that nearly 20% of his 60-acre crop is already damaged.

Following a difficult paddy season, farmers fear a repeat of low yields as the grain begins to deteriorate and discolour due to the constant wet weather.

In Haryana's Karnal district, farmers from Nagla village noted that standing crops have completely flattened with little chance of recovery as the wheat ...