India faces a 28% rainfall deficit this monsoon season, with unusual atmospheric patterns hindering cloud movement and widespread rain, according to IMD data from June 4-14.
IMD data shows only 34.3mm of rainfall against the normal of 47.7mm
Jun 15, 2026
09:56 am
What's the storyIndia's southwest monsoon is facing a major setback, recording a 28% rainfall deficit so far this season.
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) data shows that between June 4 and June 14, the country received only 34.3mm of rainfall against the normal of 47.7mm.
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