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El Nino Explained: The Pacific Ocean Phenomenon That Can Change India's Monsoon

Published 5 June 2026 · india

A warming patch of water in the Pacific Ocean can influence weather across the globe, from droughts in India to floods in South America. But

A warming patch of water in the Pacific Ocean can influence weather across the globe, from droughts in India to floods in South America. But how does El Niño work? What is the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO)? What makes a "Super El Niño"? And could this year see one of the strongest events in recent history?

In this explainer, we break down the science behind El Niño, its history, its impact on India's monsoon, food prices and heatwaves, and what it could mean for billions of people in a warming world. Watch this explainer by Samrat Dasgupta and Puneet Bhatia. About NDTV (English news channel) NDTV is India's Most-Trusted News Broadcaster with the latest updates in news, sports, entertainment and much more from within India and around the world.

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