El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent. India already faces a significant rainfall deficit, with June recording a 40% shortfall, severely affecting kharif crop sowing and reducing overall acreage by 23%. This poses a serious challenge for agriculture, especially in rain-fed regions.
El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent. India already faces a significant rainfall deficit, with June recording a 40% shortfall, severely affecting kharif crop sowing and reducing overall acreage by 23%. This poses a serious challenge for agriculture, especially in rain-fed regions.
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El Nino's rapid development is set to intensify global extreme weather, including heatwaves and droughts, impacting the Indian subcontinent. India already faces a significant rainfall deficit, with June recording a 40% shortfall, severely affecting kharif crop sowing and reducing overall acreage by 23%. This poses a serious challenge for agriculture, especially in rain-fed regions.
