Rajasthan monsoon crisis: Jaisalmer farmers fear crop losses as rainfall deficit hits kharif sowing

Jaisalmer farmers face a severe agricultural crisis as erratic monsoons delay crucial kharif sowing. Only a fraction of the targeted land has been cultivated, relying on groundwater. Dust storms have damaged early crops, worsening the already difficult situation. Farmers await rainfall by July 20th, the last practical deadline for planting. They urge government aid for crop damage assessment and compensation.