August 16th 2023.
The recent monsoon season in Madhya Pradesh has been uncharacteristically dry, resulting in a 7% rainfall deficit across the state. This number is expected to rise in the coming days, as the monsoon trough moves towards the Himalayan region. The district-wise deficit is even more worrying, with West Madhya Pradesh seeing a 9% decrease in rainfall and the East seeing a 5% decrease. Bhopal, Satna, Rewa, Sidhi, Singrauli, Gwalior, Ashoknagar, Guna, Khandwa, Khargone, and Dhar are all facing a deficit of 20% or higher.
The only silver lining in this otherwise bleak picture is that some districts, such as Indore, Burhanpur, Bhind, and Narsinghpur, have actually seen an excess of rainfall, with Indore receiving 25% more than normal.
The lack of rainfall is a major cause for concern for the farmers of the state. Paddy and soybean crops, which require significant amounts of water, are at risk if the monsoon doesn't revive soon. Kisan Union leader Anil Yadav said the situation is particularly dire in Bundelkhand, which has no alternative irrigation systems such as tube wells. The effects of the low rainfall could also be felt in the upcoming rabi season, where crops like wheat and gram may suffer without proper irrigation.
The state is hoping for the monsoon system to revive soon, in order to alleviate the effects of the rainfall deficit.
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