Telangana CM likens El Nino impact to COVID-19 calamity; says next 8-10 months crucial
Telangana chief minister A. Revanth Reddy warned that the El Niño‑induced drought could be as severe as the COVID‑19 crisis, emphasizing the next 8‑10 months as critical. He called on farmers to shift away from water‑heavy crops and outlined multiple steps to address water scarcity and support agriculture. The announced measures include water‑conservation schemes, financial assistance and improved irrigation management.