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Various regions in the north and eastern India have been affected by Western Disturbances. These disturbances resulted in moderate and heavy rainfall. Although the intensity of the rainfall will decrease, the cultivation of crops has been adversely affected.
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Areas in the northern and eastern regions received heavy rainfall from mid-March to April. Light to moderate rainfall activity with thunderstorm and gusty winds is expected till 5 April. (PTI image)
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This resulted in damage to the standing crops. It has been estimated that the output losses of chana and wheat could be around 10% (PTI Image)
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The IMD predicted that temperatures would be above normal during the April-June period. This will cause the country to experience a scorching summer. (PTI Image)
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Due to the increasing demand for electricity, the government has asked coal-fired power plants to operate at full capacity for the second straight year. (PTI image)
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The IMD stated that there is a high likelihood that the El Nino phenomenon will develop during the June to September period and can weaken the intensity of monsoon rains . (PTI Image)