Coastal Andhra Pradesh fisherfolk face severe financial crisis amid Cyclones and frequent weather bans
Fishermen along Andhra Pradesh’s coast are experiencing a deep financial strain as a series of cyclones and four successive weather alerts since June have forced repeated fishing bans. The cumulative impact has resulted in losses estimated at more than ₹36 crore, threatening livelihoods and prompting calls for government assistance. Many households now rely on loans to survive the ban periods.