Scanty rainfall and financial challenges have deepened distress among farmers in Adilabad, with three deaths by suicide reported within 48 hours. The district recorded a 34 per cent rainfall deficit, while farmer organisations sought government support amid crop failures and mounting debts.
Former minister Jogu Ramanna accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its poll promises and adopting anti-farmer policies. Speaking at a BRS programme in Bhoraj, he alleged that farmers were facing difficulties due to inadequate support and power supply.
More than 250 classrooms in government schools across Adilabad and Nirmal districts have been identified as unsafe ahead of the new academic year. Education officials say repair works are underway to ensure student safety before schools reopen on June 15.
Officials of the Regional Transport Authority have come under severe scanner for extracting Rs 600 to Rs 1,000 from the drivers of six-wheelers and 10-wheelers even as they possess all documents.
As per the order, Bhoraj mandal was formed with 28 villages. It was once a part of Jainath mandal. Similarly, Sonala mandal was created with 14 villages. It was a part of Boath mandal. While Bhoraj mandal is situated in Adilabad Assembly constituency, Sonala is in Boath segment.
