Hailstorm batters northern Maharashtra

Heavy rain accompanied by hailstorm hit Niphad and Chandwad areas of Nashik district in northern Maharashtra. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

The hailstorm resulted in destruction of crops in Wadner and other villges in Chadwad tehsil. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

The rain also affected the Friday weekly bazaar in Niphad tehsil. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

Furious farmers climbed telephone and electricity poles to protest govt apathy towards their plight. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

Farmers were also troubled with the destruction of the onion crop. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

Villagers in Rui stated that the officials never visit the affected villages, showing their anger they climbed electricity and telephone poles. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

The vineyards were also damaged in this time of harvesting season. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

- Agriculture and revenue officials visited Vinchur, Rui, Dharangaon and other villages in Niphad tehsil to assess the damage. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)

The police and politicians were, however, reported to be providing assurance of compenstaion for the damage. (Source: Express photo by Mayur Bargaje)