Southwest Monsoon, Delayed By A Day, Covers Entire Country: Weather Office
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Why in news
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the southwest monsoon has completed its coverage of the entire country, including the northern states, after a slight delay in its initial onset.
Background
The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala on June 4th, one day later than the usual timeline. India recorded 101.9 mm of rainfall in the first nine days of July, surpassing the long-period average of 73.8 mm.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia received 101.9 mm of rainfall in the first nine days of July.
- FactThe long-period average rainfall for the first nine days of July is 73.8 mm.
- BodyIMD (India Meteorological Department) is the primary agency responsible for monitoring and forecasting monsoon patterns in India.
- PlaceThe southwest monsoon typically makes its first landfall at the Kerala coast.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the significance of the Southwest Monsoon for India's agrarian economy and discuss the challenges posed by its increasing variability due to climate change.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Agricultural dependency: Monsoon variability directly impacts the sowing cycles and yield of kharif crops across the Indo-Gangetic plains.
- Hydrological stress: Erratic rainfall patterns lead to uneven groundwater recharge and increased risk of flash floods in Himalayan regions.
- Economic volatility: Fluctuations in monsoon performance create uncertainty in food price stability and rural demand indices.
Keywords: Monsoon variability · Agrarian economy · Climate resilience · Hydrological cycle · Food security
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