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39 Percent Rainfall Deficit In Maharashtra: Centre Reviews Drought Preparedness In Pune Meet

The ‘normal’ date of onset of the monsoon in Delhi, which is based on data from 1961 to 2019, is June 27, and the onset this year is likely to be close to the normal onset date.

While nearly half of India is coping with a rainfall deficit of 60% or more, some states in the west and north-east are under a deluge. Mint explores the possible impact on rain-fed Kharif crops.

With no sign of a good soaking rain in the forecast, we are starting to see drought conditions in Michigan.

Normal rain is critical for India's agricultural landscape, with 52 per cent of the net cultivated area relying on it, as it lacks irrigation access, making the rain-bearing system vital