IMD Forecasts Normal South-West Monsoon for the Upcoming Season

India is expected to have normal rainfall during the monsoon season despite the El Nino conditions, according to the India Meteorological Department. This is good news for the agriculture sector as normal rain is important for the country’s crops and water supply. The IMD’s prediction contradicts a forecast by Skymet Weather, which predicted below-normal rainfall. El Nino is associated with dry weather in India, but not all El Nino years result in bad monsoon seasons. Rainfed agriculture is a crucial contributor to India’s food security and economic stability.