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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared the onset of the southwest monsoon in Kerala, forecasting below-normal rainfall due to the El Niño weather pattern.

Background

The IMD declared the monsoon onset on Thursday, three days later than usual. Rainfall is expected to be at 90% of the long-period average due to El Niño, which typically weakens monsoon rains and increases temperatures.

Facts for Prelims

• FactIMD forecast: 90% of the long-period average rainfall for the year.
• S&TEl Niño: Weather pattern typically weakening monsoon rains and pushing temperatures higher.
• PlaceMonsoon onset location: Kerala.
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For Mains

Q. Discuss the impact of El Niño on India's monsoon patterns and its subsequent implications on the national agricultural economy.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Climate vulnerability: High dependence on monsoon-fed irrigation for Kharif crops
• Economic risk: Potential for food price volatility due to below-normal rainfall
• Policy response: Need for climate-resilient agriculture and diversified irrigation sources

Keywords: Monsoon dynamics · El Niño · Agricultural productivity · Climate variability · Meteorological forecasting

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