Low-pressure systems over Bay of Bengal to revive monsoon in east and central India
Low-pressure systems over Bay of Bengal to revive monsoon in east and central India
IN · Published Aug 30, 2026
A fresh round of monsoon activity is expected to spread across eastern and central India as low-pressure systems develop over the Bay of Bengal.
These systems are forming along a convergence zone stretching from the Bay of Bengal to the western Pacific, which acts as a breeding ground for organised weather systems.

Impact & Risks

Regions in eastern and central India, particularly those with monsoon deficits, are likely to benefit from the upcoming rainfall. However, uneven distribution of rainfall remains a concern, with states like Meghalaya, Manipur, and Bihar facing significant shortfalls of up to 58%. While Ladakh and Odisha have recorded surplus rainfall, the overall monsoon deficit for India stands at 13%, with 587.8 mm of rainfall received against a normal of 679.5 mm. The developing systems could help alleviate deficits but may also lead to localised flooding in areas receiving heavy rainfall.

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