Tirunelveli reader’s mail

Vazhavallan in Eral taluk is known for its agricultural activities, particularly banana cultivation. Nearby villages such as Korkai, Ariyapuram, Arumugamangalam, Maramangalam and Agaram were also renowned farming areas. However, areas such as Vazhavallan and Korkai are facing severe water shortage due to the failed southwest monsoon and the El Nino effect. It is unfortunate that the agricultural activities in the areas have been severely hit by ongoing water scarcity issues, though places like Agaram, Vazhavallan and Korkai are located in close proximity to Tamirabarani river.

Considering the seriousness of water shortages hitting the residential areas and agricultural activities, the Collectors of Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli district should come forward and take quick measures to resolve the ongoing water scarcity at the earliest. It is also worthwhile to consider providing timely financial assistance to local farmers hit by the failed monsoon.