The IMD predicts the El Nino phenomenon, which began this month over the Pacific Ocean, may intensify by late September and potentially persist beyond the monsoon season.
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Jun 15, 2026
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What's the storyThe El Nino weather phenomenon, which began over the Pacific Ocean earlier this month, is likely to intensify by the end of September.
Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), said that moderate El Nino conditions are expected during July and August, likely intensifying toward late September.
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