India's June rainfall nearly 40% below normal
Synopsis India experienced its driest June in over a decade, with monsoon rainfall falling nearly 40% below average. This deficit has delayed crucial crop sowing
Synopsis India experienced its driest June in over a decade, with monsoon rainfall falling nearly 40% below average. This deficit has delayed crucial crop sowing and prolonged heatwaves in northern regions. With a significant portion of farmland reliant on rain, the weak monsoon start raises concerns for agriculture and the economy, though improved rainfall is anticipated later in the season.
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