Floodwaters have inflicted a significant financial blow on Asia’s largest sugar mill located in Haryana, resulting in losses estimated at Rs 50 crore. The mill, which plays a critical role in the region’s sugar production industry, faced extensive damage due to the recent deluge.
The heavy rainfall led to the accumulation of floodwaters around and within the mill premises, disrupting operations and causing machinery damage. As a result, the production was halted, and considerable repair and restoration expenses are expected.
Impact of the Floodwaters
- Operational Disruption: The mill’s production line was forced to shut down temporarily.
- Machinery Damage: Key equipment suffered from waterlogging and corrosion.
- Financial Loss: An estimated Rs 50 crore worth of damage, including loss of raw material and delayed shipments.
Response and Recovery Efforts
The management at the sugar mill, along with local authorities, have initiated several measures to mitigate the effects of the flood:
- Drainage and water removal from affected sites.
- Assessment of the structural integrity of the mill buildings.
- Repair and replacement of damaged machinery.
- Implementation of flood prevention mechanisms to safeguard against future incidents.
The community and stakeholders remain hopeful that the mill will resume operations soon, ensuring minimal long-term impacts on the sugar supply chain in the region.
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