<h1>India Approves Interest-Free Loan for Andhra Pradesh Tobacco Growers Affected by Cyclone; Karnataka Sales Also Supported.</h1> The Government of India has approved an interest-free loan for FCV tobacco growers in Andhra Pradesh affected by the MICHAUNG cyclone, which damaged 20% of the crop area. The loan will be sourced from the Tobacco Board's Grower Welfare Fund and repaid from auction proceeds. Additionally, the government has permitted the sale of FCV tobacco on the Tobacco Board's auction platform in Karnataka, waiving penalties for excess and unauthorized production due to drought conditions. The average price for FCV tobacco in Karnataka has increased by 12.49% compared to the previous year.