Rain brings chill to region, relief for farmers in district

A spell of showers that stretched to night brought a significant drop in temperature, while increasing chill in the air in and around the city. The inclement weather and cloudy skies persisted throughout the day, casting a gloomy spell over the city. As per the forecast, the cloudy weather would prevail for next hours too.

Residents said showers had increased chill in the air, making the winter even more biting. Residents were seen sitting around bonfires to keep themselves warm. The cold in the air made early morning jobs tough.

“Rain has made the weather colder. We expect the mercury to drop further in the coming days,” said Sharuti Mehra, a city resident.

However, the rain brought relief to farmers in the region. The showers would help control attack of aphids on vegetables and crops, which are a major concern for farmers. The rain is also beneficial for fodder crops and main wheat crop as it provides much-needed moisture. Farmers in the region said the rain would boost crop yield. “The rain is a blessing for wheat and vegetable growers. It will help our crops grow and reduce the impact of pests and diseases. Low temperature is much needed for the growth of wheat crop,” said Khankot village resident Gurpreet Singh.