India faces potential monsoon disruptions in 2026 due to El Niño, with 315 districts identified as vulnerable to reduced rainfall, prompting government monitoring measures.
Of these, 111 districts are high-priority areas that depend on monsoon rains and have little irrigation coverage
Jun 24, 2026
05:52 pm
What's the storyIndia is preparing for the possible impact of El Nino, a weather phenomenon that can cause reduced monsoon rainfall.
The central government has identified 315 districts at risk of rainfall deficit this season.
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