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Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contraction
Indian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultural GDP in 2026-27, compounded by El Nino fears pushing farmers to adopt less water-reliant crops. While this could alleviate water scarcity, it risks diminishing farm income and curtailing rural consumer activity.
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