Heavy rainfall and snowfall predicted over Western Himalayas region
Light to moderate rainfall is predicted over plains of Northwest India today
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Light to moderate rainfall is predicted over plains of Northwest India today
After experiencing a drier-than-usual December and January, northwest India is expected to see normal to above-normal rainfall in February, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday.
This is the eighth year in a row that monsoon rainfall in India has been broadly in the normal range. But behind this figure lie sharp regional as well as daily variations. Climate change is one reason behind this
India's food ministry has said that the forecast for rain in the country this month should limit damage to crops, ensuring sufficient supplies. Rising food prices have been a major concern for the government, leading to restrictions on rice exports and the sale of state reserves. Wheat supplies are also sufficient, and the government is considering whether to scrap import duties.
Weather department says monthly rainfall for September 'likely to be normal'