**Telugu Farmers Face Crisis:** No rains in Devurapula leave fields dry. Seedlings wither, crops fail despite initial hopes. Farmers urge government to release Godavari waters; fear total crop loss within weeks if rains don't arrive.
AP government wins KTR's praise for irrigation management, using Pattiseema to pump water and protect farmers amid El Niño. With Krishna river flows low and Polavaram incomplete, the state relies on the 2015 project. KTR, however, criticized Telangana’s irrigation efforts and urged proactive drought measures.
Despite monsoon arrival, Telugu states face unseasonal summer heat with temperatures 3-4°C above normal. Hyderabad recorded 43% less rainfall than usual. El Niño causes drought-like conditions, with heatwaves and humidity forecast to continue for another week, forcing residents back to air conditioning.
BRS working president KTR challenges CM Revanth Reddy, offering blood if needed, while demanding Kannepalli pump motors be activated for farmers' irrigation. KTR accuses CM of wasting Kaleshwaram project water and urges focus on farmers' needs over political vendetta.
Record-breaking heatwaves are scorching Europe and India, with temperatures exceeding 40°C. Governments are imposing emergency measures, including alcohol bans, as doctors warn drinking beer or cocktails worsens dehydration. Experts advise avoiding alcohol and opting for water, lassi, or sugarcane juice to stay safe.
El Niño effect triggers severe rain deficit in Andhra Pradesh. Kharif season faces -41% rainfall in July, threatening crops. Government identifies 105 critically affected mandals. Srikakulam, Anantapur, Annamayya districts face highest risk. Ministers direct all departments to prepare for prolonged dry spell through November.