El Niño effect: Jump in number of districts at both extremes of rainfall
According to the latest rainfall analysis, more than 218 districts across India are currently grappling with drought-like circumstances, illustrating a considerable spike in dryness compared to the previous year. Conversely, many areas are battling intensified wet conditions. The India Meteorological Department utilizes the Standardized Precipitation Index for evaluation, indicating potential adverse effects on agriculture and water resources across the nation.
