Rains trigger extensive waterlogging in Hisar, Bhiwani; farmers in distress

Above-average monsoon rainfall has triggered extensive waterlogging across several villages in Hisar and Bhiwani districts, threatening kharif crops and sparking panic among farmers.

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Hundreds of acres of paddy and other seasonal crops have been submerged, with at least 12 villages — including Dhanana, Mitathal, Talu, Chang, Sukhpura, Baliyali, Ghuskani, Kharak, Sisai, Bandaheri, and Adampur — facing flood-like conditions.

The situation is particularly alarming in Chang, where 1,100 acres are under water. Other badly hit villages include Alampur (1,050 acres), Ghuskani (900 acres), Baliyali (850 acres) and Bandaheri (500 acres). In some areas, standing water has reached up to four feet, destroying crops and halting further sowing activities.

“If the water is not drained within a week, we won’t be able to re-plant paddy saplings, leading to complete losses this season,” farmers warned. They also fear delayed sowing of rabi crops if the situation persists.

In Bhiwani, the All India Kisan Sabha staged a protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office, demanding immediate deployment of drainage machinery and compensation for affected farmers. A memorandum was submitted to the administration and the DC assured protesters that action would be initiated soon.

Meanwhile, in Hisar’s Adampur region, MLA Chander Prakash visited affected villages including Siswal, Adampur, Ladwi, Mahalsra and Kohli. He directed revenue and irrigation officials to expedite water drainage.

“Crops like jowar, bajra, maize, cotton, guar and moong have been severely damaged,” farmers informed him. The MLA demanded immediate crop damage surveys and compensation.

Farmer leaders criticised the government’s lack of preparation. “The inefficiency of the drainage system is exposed every monsoon,” they said.