The uneven monsoon has led to varying impacts across India. While East and Northeast India have seen a slight improvement in rainfall deficits, the South Peninsula continues to face challenges with both rainfall and reservoir storage. Agricultural activities have been affected, with rice acreage lagging behind last year’s levels, though oilseed sowing has shown a marginal surplus. The strengthening El Niño could exacerbate weather irregularities, impacting agriculture and water resources further.