Monsoon misfires: Over half of Telangana districts face rainfall stress, Kharif sowing at risk

Telangana faces significant rainfall stress, with 17 out of 33 districts experiencing deficient or largely deficient rainfall less than a month into the monsoon. This shortfall, particularly in key agricultural areas, raises concerns for kharif sowing. While the state’s overall deficit is currently within normal limits, the uneven distribution and severe deficits in some districts highlight a growing regional imbalance, prompting calls for contingency plans.