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In Depth - Monsoon: Respite For Agriculture
Monsoon is considered to be the lifeline of the Indian subcontinent, where economy is still largely dependent on agriculture... And at a time when several parts of the country are witnessing agricultural distress, the Met department has brought in some cheer with its Long Range Forecast. The India Meteorological Department has announced that the country is likely to witness a near-normal monsoon this year, with a well distributed rainfall that could be beneficial for the agricultural sector.As per the forecast, there is a 39% chance of a 'near normal' rainfall, 32% possibility of a 'below normal' rainfall and a 10% chance of an 'above normal' rainfall. According to the forecast, the seasonal rainfall is likely to be 96% of the Long Period Average, with a model error of plus or minus five per cent. The south-west monsoon, which makes its onset over the country in June, irrigates over half of India’s cropland and sustains the livelihood of over 58% of its population that is dependent on agriculture. The monsoon forecast is crucial, as it directly influences agricultural production and has a spiralling impact on India's economy. On the show today, we talk about the importance of monsoon for India and its economy. We also tell you about the monsoon cycle and the El Nino effect Anchor: Teena Jha