Hailstorm turns Dharwad village into ‘mini Kashmir’
Machapur blanketed in ice as sudden storm damages crops and nurseries
By Staff Writer
18 Mar 2026
A sudden hailstorm blanketed Machapur village in Dharwad district with thick ice, making the area look like a snow-covered region. The unusual weather damaged crops and plant nurseries, affected farming activities, and caused a sudden fall in temperature in the locality.