Karnataka asks Centre to declare drought situation as ‘calamity of national significance’

Karnataka's government has formally requested the central government to recognize the ongoing drought as a "calamity of national significance" due to severe crop losses affecting nearly 80% of the sown area. The state has faced inadequate rainfall and high temperatures, leading to significant agricultural damage. This move aims to expedite relief measures and secure federal assistance, highlighting the severity of the situation and the urgent need for coordinated national response. The drought's impact underscores broader concerns about climate change and its effect on agriculture.