30K Hisar farmers report crop loss on portal

Heavy rains and overflowing drains and canals that suffered multiple breaches have affected 276 villages, with 30,000 farmers reporting crop damage across 2 lakh acres on the e-Kshatipurti portal.

District officials said the Ghaggar drain, carrying rainwater from neighbouring Jind and Bhiwani districts, had seen 14 breaches in the district, including a major breach near Gangwa village that required 1,500 workers and was plugged after 40 hours. The drain was the main reason for heavy inundation in the district, the officials claimed.

Deputy Commissioner Anish Yadav said farmland in 200 villages had been badly affected, while 20 low-lying villages have also been affected. “Ration and essential items are being distributed among people who have taken shelter at various places. In Hisar, 498 mm rainfall was recorded against a normal of 259.1 mm — a 92% departure — according to the India Meteorological Department, while the agricultural meteorology department of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (HAU) reported 608 mm.

The DC inspected repair work near Gangwa, directed steps to prevent water from entering Ramgarh Basti, and reviewed drainage on highways and village roads. Water drainage work was underway using pumps, motors and sandbags.

In neighbouring Bhiwani, DC Sahil Gupta directed officials to remain on duty round the clock and ensure continuous drainage of water from inundated areas. He also directed patwaris, village secretaries and chowkidars to report the situation immediately and move affected people to safe places.

The administration has installed electric pumps in flood-hit areas, with power supply to be maintained without disruption. Gupta reviewed the status of villages in Bhiwani, Bawani Khera and Tosham blocks. The police have also been involved in rescue efforts.

SHO of Tosham police station Mahabir Singh said relief camps had been set up and urged residents to contact assistance centres or dial 112 in any emergency.