Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:45am on 24 May 2025,Saturday Weather & Environment
The southwest monsoon has arrived over Kerala eight days earlier than its usual onset of June 1, marking its earliest appearance in 16 years. This early onset, last seen in 2009, has triggered heavy rains across Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, with alerts for extremely heavy showers on May 25–26. The India Meteorological Department forecasts above-normal rainfall this season, offering a major boost to India’s agrarian economy and timely sowing of Kharif crops. With neutral El Niño conditions, experts remain optimistic. The four-month monsoon season contributes over 75% of India's annual rainfall, vital for millions of farmers. (PC: News18)
