Severe weather devastates India's tomato crop, causing prices to soar over 300% and triggering turmoil

Flooding and extreme heat have destroyed up to 70% of India's tomato crop this year.
Tomato prices have surged over 300%, severely impacting consumers and restaurants.
The spike in prices has led to a rise in tomato theft from farms across the country.
The shortage is expected to have major economic and public health ramifications in India.
The government is seeking solutions like imports and improving the tomato supply chain to address the crisis.