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Karnataka Faces 35% Rainfall Deficit Amid Weak Monsoon

Karnataka Faces 35% Rainfall Deficit Amid Weak Monsoon
Karnataka Records 35% Rainfall Deficit as Weak Monsoon Raises Drought Fears · deccanchronicle.com

Karnataka is having a very dry monsoon season.

The state has received 35% less rain than usual from June 1 to July 22.

This means there is not enough water, and people are worried about a drought.

Some areas, like Vijayanagara, have it even worse with 62% less rain.

The government is watching the situation closely, but many people are concerned that the efforts might not be enough to prevent a drought.

Key facts

Rainfall Deficit
35%
Normal Rainfall Expected
392 mm
Rainfall Received
253 mm
Worst-Affected District
Vijayanagara (62% deficit)
Regions with Highest Deficit
Malnad (43%), South Interior Karnataka (34%)

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