Active Monsoon Systems Persist Over India, Rainfall Deficits Remain
Active Monsoon Systems Persist Over India, Rainfall Deficits Remain
IN · Published Aug 24, 2026
The Bay of Bengal continues to generate multiple low-pressure systems, sustaining monsoon activity across India.
Warm sea-surface temperatures in the Bay and Arabian Sea are fuelling these systems, leading to widespread rainfall in regions such as Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and North-East India.

Impact & Risks

The rainfall has brought relief to some regions but has failed to address deficits in East and North-East India, where agricultural activities are heavily dependent on monsoon rains. The 27% deficit in these areas raises concerns about crop yields and water availability. South Peninsula also faces a 23% shortfall, potentially impacting Kharif sowing. Heavy rainfall in coastal areas has disrupted local festivities and daily life, while the Himalayan foothills and adjoining plains remain vulnerable to insufficient rainfall during the remaining monsoon period.

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