Union Agriculture Minister Chouhan reports improved rainfall and kharif sowing, with proactive government measures in response to El Niño conditions.

India's rainfall deficit has narrowed to 12% as monsoon activity strengthens. Centre reviews El Nino preparedness, kharif season and water, health measures.

The government is monitoring 262 districts for rainfall deficiency and El Nino impacts. Fifteen additional districts have been identified as facing rainfall deficits. Sowing…