Locust attack destroys crops on massive scale in South Punjab

MULTAN (92 News) – The locust attack has destroyed crops on a massive scale in South Punjab. Crops and vegetables were destroyed in Dadu, Khairpur Nathan Shah, Mehar, Qambar, Shahpur Chakar and Yazman Mandi. The PM’s Billion Tree project was also attacked by the locust attack. Locusts destroyed crops spreading over 4,000 acres in Bhakkar and Sarai Mohajar. Farmers have strongly protested against the government for not spraying the corps to eliminate locusts. “We are trying to ward off the attack on self-help basis,” he added. They demanded the government and departments concerned to spray the crops attacked by locusts. The locust attack has caused a threat of famine in the affected areas.