El Nino effect: Centre says 111 districts with ‘poor irrigation facilities’ are a concern
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The Union Agriculture Minister convened a meeting to address the impact of El Niño and delayed monsoons on 315 vulnerable districts, prioritizing 111 districts with poor irrigation.
Background
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted weak rainfall for the coming week. The government identified 315 districts as potentially vulnerable, with 111 districts flagged as high priority due to inadequate irrigation infrastructure.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact111 districts identified as high priority due to poor irrigation facilities
- Fact315 districts identified as potentially vulnerable to weak monsoon conditions
- BodyIndian Meteorological Department (IMD) is the primary agency for monsoon forecasting in India
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges of climate-resilient agriculture in rainfed regions of India and suggest measures to mitigate the impact of El Niño on rural livelihoods.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Shortage of micro-irrigation and canal systems in high-priority districts
- Climate vulnerability: High dependence on monsoon-fed rainfed agriculture in the absence of robust water-harvesting
- Supply chain risk: Potential livestock fodder shortages requiring proactive logistical intervention
Keywords: Climate-resilient agriculture · Rainfed farming · Irrigation infrastructure · El Niño impact · Contingency planning
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