IMD Forecasts Below-Normal Monsoon Rainfall for India

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reiterated its forecast for a below-normal southwest monsoon season, predicting rainfall at 92% of the long-period average due to the looming El Nino shadow.

13 Apr, 11:12 — 13 Apr, 13:08

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India's monsoon season is crucial for its agricultural sector, which relies heavily on rainfall for crop irrigation. A below-normal monsoon can lead to water scarcity, impacting food production, rural economies, and potentially leading to inflation.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual3h ago

As El Nino shadow looms, IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon at 92% LPA

According to the monsoon’s spatial distribution, some areas over northeast, northwest and south Peninsular India may receive normal to above-normal rainfall

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indian-expressMostly Factual5h ago