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Weather
Rajasthan braces for worst drought in a decade as over 11 districts record sub‑50% rainfall
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 01:17 PM
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The state is confronting its most severe drought in ten years, with more than 11 districts receiving less than half of the normal monsoon rainfall.
Rajasthan's climate officials have warned that the region is on track for its worst drought in a decade, as rainfall measurements this season have fallen dramatically across the state.
Data released by the state meteorological department shows that over eleven districts recorded rainfall below the long‑term average, and three of those districts received less than 50 % of the expected monsoon precipitation.
The shortfall in rain is expected to strain water supplies for drinking, irrigation and livestock, prompting authorities to issue advisories and consider emergency water‑relief measures.
Farmers in the affected districts are already reporting reduced soil moisture and delayed sowing, raising concerns about crop yields and potential economic impact on the agrarian community.
State officials have urged conservation of existing water resources and are monitoring the situation closely, while the central government has been asked to review drought‑relief assistance.
Data released by the state meteorological department shows that over eleven districts recorded rainfall below the long‑term average, and three of those districts received less than 50 % of the expected monsoon precipitation.
The shortfall in rain is expected to strain water supplies for drinking, irrigation and livestock, prompting authorities to issue advisories and consider emergency water‑relief measures.
Farmers in the affected districts are already reporting reduced soil moisture and delayed sowing, raising concerns about crop yields and potential economic impact on the agrarian community.
State officials have urged conservation of existing water resources and are monitoring the situation closely, while the central government has been asked to review drought‑relief assistance.