The southwest monsoon's below-normal rainfall has implications for India's agricultural sector, particularly the kharif crop cycle, which relies heavily on monsoon rains. The onset of the northeast monsoon is expected to bring isolated heavy rainfall to southern states, which could lead to localised flooding in vulnerable areas. Farmers in these regions may benefit from the rainfall for rabi crop cultivation, but excessive rain could disrupt harvesting activities. Additionally, the strengthening El Nino conditions may continue to influence weather patterns, potentially leading to warmer temperatures and reduced rainfall in the coming months.