Heavy hailstorms and rain in the Shimla district have caused significant damage to crops in many areas. Apple orchards in Jadun county of Narkanda, a region that falls under the Theog assembly constituency, were severely affected by hailstorms that occurred recently. With apple plants in full bloom, the hail destroyed the flowers and caused damage to stone fruit and apple branches.
Growers appealed to the Chief Minister to instruct the department to immediately send a team to take stock of the situation. This would enable the government to provide adequate compensation to the affected gardeners and help them recover from the loss.
Source: thenewshimachal.com