Andhra Pradesh Faces 35% Monsoon Rainfall Deficit in July

The India Meteorological Department released its latest monsoon report, indicating that Andhra Pradesh has experienced a 35% deficit in rainfall for the month of July. This shortfall is part of a broader trend of below‑average monsoon performance across the state. The deficit has implications for agriculture, as farmers rely on monsoon rains for sowing and crop development. Local authorities have urged farmers to adopt water‑conserving practices and to consider alternate irrigation methods. State officials have also called for increased monitoring of rainfall patterns and for timely distribution of relief measures to affected districts. The department will continue to track rainfall and issue advisories as the monsoon season progresses. The report highlights that the deficit is a result of weaker monsoon circulation and lower rainfall over the Bay of Bengal, which feeds the Andhra Pradesh region. Efforts are underway to mitigate the impact on agriculture and to support farmers with subsidies and technical guidance.