Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:23am on 07 Jun 2026,Sunday Weather & Environment
A rapidly strengthening El Niño in the Pacific Ocean could become one of the strongest on record, raising concerns over India's 2026 monsoon. Climate experts warn that warmer Pacific waters may disrupt rainfall patterns and reduce monsoon activity during the crucial June-September season. A weaker monsoon could affect agriculture, water supplies and food prices, especially in rain-fed farming regions. Scientists also caution that climate change may amplify El Niño's impact, increasing the risk of heatwaves and extreme weather events. However, weather experts say forecasts will continue to be updated as ocean and atmospheric conditions evolve. (PC: India Today)
