Cyclone Arnab Causes Heavy Rains, Flooding in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar
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Why in news
Cyclone Arnab caused heavy rains and flooding in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, damaging paddy crops following a season of irregular and deficient rainfall.
Background
Between September 25 and 28, 26 out of 75 districts in Uttar Pradesh received more than twice the normal rainfall. In Bihar, 31 out of 38 districts recorded deficient rainfall since June 1.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCyclone Arnab caused flooding and damage to paddy crops in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
- Fact26 out of 75 districts in Uttar Pradesh received more than twice the normal rainfall between September 25 and 28.
- Fact31 out of 38 districts in Bihar recorded deficient rainfall since June 1.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the impact of erratic monsoon patterns and extreme weather events like Cyclone Arnab on the food security and agricultural stability of India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Climate vulnerability: Impact of erratic rainfall on paddy crop cycles in the Indo-Gangetic plains
- Water management: Challenges in balancing flood mitigation with irrigation needs during deficient monsoon seasons
Keywords: Climate Resilience · Monsoon Variability · Food Security · Agricultural Distress · Disaster Management
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