India faces potential food crisis and economic shock as El Niño approaches

India is preparing for the arrival of El Niño, which threatens to trigger a food crisis and economic shock across the country. The weather phenomenon is expected to disrupt agricultural output and create supply chain challenges.

Experts warn that El Niño conditions could significantly impact crop production, potentially leading to food shortages and inflationary pressures on the economy. The government and agricultural agencies are assessing preparedness measures to mitigate the effects.