Monsoon Revival After Two-Week Stall
India's monsoon rains revived after a two-week stall, advancing into the central belt of the country, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The June-to-September monsoon season typically begins lashing Kerala state around June 1 and covers the entire country by mid-July.
Advancement Into Central Regions
The IMD reported that the monsoon has covered parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, bringing much-needed rainfall to the region. The revival follows a dry spell that had raised concerns about agricultural output, particularly for crops like cotton, soybean, and pulses.
Impact on Agriculture
Farmers in central India rely heavily on monsoon rains for irrigation. The two-week hiatus had led to moisture stress in some areas, but the renewed rainfall is expected to boost sowing operations. According to the IMD, rainfall in the week ending June 20 was 30% below normal, but the revival is likely to narrow the deficit.
Forecast for the Coming Days
The weather office has predicted widespread rainfall across central and eastern India over the next few days, with heavy showers expected in parts of Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The monsoon is also expected to advance into northern India, including Uttar Pradesh and Delhi, by the end of June.
