Mumbai, May 28 -- Heavy pre-monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Maharashtra in recent days, causing extensive damage to agriculture and property.
According to official reports on Wednesday, standing crops, vegetables, and orchards spanning approximately 35,000 hectares have been affected.
Additionally, numerous homes, cattle sheds, and warehouses have suffered severe damage.
Tragically, eight people have lost their lives and two others have been injured in incidents attributed to lightning strikes, drowning, house collapses, and falling trees.
The adverse weather has also resulted in the deaths of eight animals across the state.
Farmers have also said the ongoing rainfall has put a halt to pre-sowing activities, especially for c...