Pre-Monsoon Showers Bring Relief to Parts of Himachal Pradesh, Farmers Hopeful

Several parts of Himachal Pradesh received light to moderate pre-monsoon showers on Thursday and Friday, bringing a welcome respite from the rising temperatures. Areas including Shimla, Mandi, and Kangra reported rainfall, which is crucial for the upcoming agricultural season. Farmers, especially those cultivating maize and paddy, expressed optimism about the timely arrival of these rains. The Meteorological Department has predicted scattered showers to continue over the weekend, improving soil