The weak monsoon is likely to affect agricultural production, particularly pulses such as pigeon pea, black gram, and green gram, which depend heavily on timely rainfall. Soybean yields may also be impacted, potentially increasing edible oil prices. Additionally, reduced availability of green fodder and animal feed could lead to higher milk prices. These factors, combined with festive demand, may exacerbate inflation, with food prices already showing upward trends in July 2026. Families may face increased financial pressure as supply shortages and demand surges coincide.