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WMO warns of rapid El Nino development during July-September
Published 3 July 2026 ยท india
El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent. India already faces a significant rainfall
El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent. India already faces a significant rainfall deficit, with June recording a 40% shortfall, severely affecting kharif crop sowing and reducing overall acreage by 23%. This poses a serious challenge for agriculture, especially in rain-fed regions.
Published: July 4, 2026 โข 3:24 AM IST ยท Updated: July 4, 2026 โข 4:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent.
India already faces a significant rainfall deficit, with June recording a 40% shortfall, severely affecting kharif crop sowing and reducing overall acreage by 23%.
This poses a serious challenge for agriculture, especially in rain-fed regions.