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The Hindu
28-05-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Early monsoon in Telangana not to have impact on mangoes as 90% harvested
The arrival of monsoon two weeks earlier than the usual date in Telangana might not have a significant impact on the overall mango production in the State as majority of the fruits are already collected. Director of Telangana Horticulture and Sericulture Shaik Yasmeen Basha said that around 90% of mangoes have been harvested. Generally, in the second part of May, varieties such as Kesar, Banganapalli and Himayat are harvested. Officials of the Horticulture department said that some farmers, who had taken land on lease, would not want to lose the investment. In such conditions, when summer is interspersed with rain and more are expected, they opt for early harvest. District Horticulture and Sericulture Officer (Jagtial) G. Shyam Prasad said that late flowering of trees also pushes the time fruits are gathered. Of the 3.06 lakh acres of mango orchards in Telangana in 2024-25, the highest is in Jagtial: 37,38,000 acres. Mr. Prasad said that 80% of mangoes cultivated in the district are 'Benishan', which are harvested from late March to May-end. The tree flowers multiple times, and the farmers whose trees flower early get relatively more profits. Benishan is one of the favourites in northern India. Traders from there rent flats in Jagtial during the harvest season to coordinate the export of the fruits. This ensures that the fruit is not left unsold. The fruits harvested in June first week or later are usually priced more. A few farmers are hoping the rains will subside and waiting to harvest the fruits in the coming days.
Hans India
23-04-2025
- Hans India
All dept coordination meet held ahead of Haj-2025
Hyderabad: Ahead of the Haj-2025, Telangana State Haj Committee conducted an inter-departmental coordination meeting on Tuesday in preparation for the smooth conduct of the operations. Shaik Yasmeen Basha, director, Minorities Welfare, issued strict instructions to all departments to ensure timely completion of their respective responsibilities. She emphasised importance of inter-departmental synergy, proactive planning and real-time response to address needs of the pilgrims, especially during the peak operational days in Hyderabad Embarkation Point. The meeting was attended by senior officials and representatives from key departments including the police, traffic wing, Fire Services, GHMC, SBI, Roads & Buildings, TGSRTC, TGSPDCL and TG Transco, Medical & Health, Horticulture. The meeting was held to ensure seamless coordination among all concerned departments to facilitate arrangements for departure and return of the pilgrims from Telangana. Yasmeen Basha directed the GHMC to maintain hygiene and cleanliness in and around Haj House, the traffic and police to streamline vehicle movement and security, the Medical & Health to provide adequate facilities to the pilgrims, the R&B to ensure proper maintenance of access roads, and TSSPDCL to provide uninterrupted power. The SBI was requested to facilitate hassle-free services for the pilgrims. Highlighting the significance of the pilgrimage, she reiterated the government's commitment to provide the best possible facilities to the pilgrims and ensure that no inconvenience is caused to them at any stage. The meeting concluded with assurances from all departments to work in close coordination and uphold the dignity and sanctity of pilgrimage.
