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Monsoon likely hits Andaman around May 20 but below average rains threaten kharif crops
Economy
Published on 8 May 2026
Below average rains could reshape sowing plans fast
The IMD expects the Southwest Monsoon to reach the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 20. With forecasts pointing to below average rainfall, farmers face uncertainty as the kharif sowing window starts in June. Timing and uneven rain distribution could delay planting of pulses and oilseeds, with potential knock-on effects for food inflation.
- IMD projects monsoon onset over Andaman around May 20
- Forecasts suggest below average rainfall this season
- Kharif sowing in June may be impacted by rain timing
- Pulses and oilseeds are at risk of crop stress and delays
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