Impact of water scarcity extends to flourishing blooms of Bengaluru

Flower supply has already decreased by 50%, to continue further

Farmers cultivate flowers, depending on borewell and lake water

The impact of water scarcity has extended to the flourishing blooms of Bengaluru, affecting not only the city but also its surrounding districts. The influx of flowers to the Bengaluru market has halved, raising questions about the equilibrium between supply and demand. Fields are witnessing the distressing sight of wilting flowers, deprived of the essential moisture needed for their sustenance.

Previously, January saw a bountiful supply of flowers in the market, but the current scenario depicts a stark contrast with significantly diminished quantities. Traders lament the challenges in sourcing flowers amidst these conditions, indicating a strain on availability resulting in increasing prices.

The demand for flowers, particularly for religious ceremonies and other events, has surged in Bengaluru, exacerbating the scarcity exacerbated by the inability of farmers to cultivate flowers due to water shortages and scorching heat.

This reduction in flower supply, which has already decreased by 50%, is expected to further decline in the upcoming days. Farmers in the surrounding areas traditionally cultivate a diverse range of flowers, depending on borewell and lake water. However, the depletion of water resources, including dried-up lakes and diminishing tubewell levels, has left their flower crops struggling for survival.

As a consequence, the current supply of flowers falls short of meeting the burgeoning demand in Bengaluru market, painting a concerning picture for both farmers and consumers alike.