Rain Brings Relief: A Reprieve for Nepal's Madhes Prades Farmers

In Nepal's Madhes Prades, a long-awaited rainfall has brought relief to several districts that have been struggling with drought. The region, which is crucial for the country's rice production, had been facing severe water shortages.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology reported significant rainfall in seven of the eight districts in the Terai plains, with Dhanusha and Mahottari experiencing the heaviest downpours. This development has allowed farmers to resume paddy transplantation, with only 35% of plantations completed before the rains.

The persistent drought had led to the government declaring the area a disaster-affected zone in late July. However, the recent rainfall is expected to mitigate the impact, offering a glimmer of hope for the agricultural sector and the residents dependent on it.

(With inputs from agencies.)