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2026 Monsoon: Fifth Driest in 126 Years, Bihar, Kerala, Telangana Hit Hard
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🗓 20 Jul 2026, 04:47 PM
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The 2026 monsoon season recorded the fifth driest rainfall in 126 years, with severe deficits reported in Bihar, Kerala and Telangana.
The 2026 monsoon season has been identified as the fifth driest in the past 126 years, according to recent meteorological assessments.
Bihar, Kerala and Telangana have been the hardest hit, experiencing significant rainfall shortfalls that have raised concerns among farmers and local authorities.
The dry spell is expected to impact agricultural output and water availability, prompting officials to consider emergency measures to mitigate the effects on rural communities.
Bihar, Kerala and Telangana have been the hardest hit, experiencing significant rainfall shortfalls that have raised concerns among farmers and local authorities.
The dry spell is expected to impact agricultural output and water availability, prompting officials to consider emergency measures to mitigate the effects on rural communities.