The below-normal monsoon rainfall poses significant risks to India's agricultural sector, particularly for crops like sugarcane that rely heavily on monsoon irrigation. India, being the world's second-largest sugar producer, may face reduced sugar output, impacting both domestic supply and export potential. Additionally, the weaker monsoon could lead to water shortages in reservoirs and groundwater systems, affecting drinking water availability and hydroelectric power generation. The ongoing El Niño pattern may further intensify these challenges, with potential drought conditions and temperature fluctuations in the coming months.