Telangana Farmers Face Crop Threat Due to Severe Dry Spell

• Telangana recorded just 3.5 mm of rainfall between October 1 and 21, a 95% deficit compared to the normal 75.6 mm.
• Groundwater levels in urban areas have dropped by 6.85 meters.
• Experts suggest using aerators in taps and treated water in lakes to mitigate the issue.
• Farmers are turning to water tankers to irrigate their crops.
• The dry spell threatens the crops and agricultural productivity in the region.