India faces 35% rainfall deficit as monsoon momentum slows
India is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit of 35% as the monsoon's initial progress has slowed. Central India has been particularly affected, recording a 63% deficit in rainfall during this period.
In response, the government has directed states to prepare crop-wise contingency plans and placed around 200 districts under priority monitoring. Weekly reviews have been ordered to track the situation and ensure timely intervention to mitigate potential agricultural impacts.
