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The Indian government has rolled out comprehensive contingency plans to protect the upcoming kharif planting season from the potential impact of El Niño, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on Thursday.
"We are fully prepared to mitigate any adverse impact of the El Niño weather phenomenon on this year's kharif crop," Chouhan said, emphasizing the government's commitment to food security and farmer welfare.
What Is El Niño and Why Does It Matter?
El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by warmer-than-average ocean temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean. For India, it typically brings drier and hotter conditions, often leading to below-normal monsoon rainfall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts 92% of...
The Indian government has rolled out comprehensive contingency plans to protect the upcoming kharif planting season from the potential impact of El Niño, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced on Thursday.
"We are...
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