India's monsoon season ends with 7.6% more rainfall than normal, says IMD

The 2024 monsoon season has concluded with 7.6 per cent more rainfall than the normal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Several states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, west Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, experienced excess rainfall.

The monsoon is vital for India's agricultural sector, as 52% of the net cultivated area relies on it. Additionally, this rain-bearing system plays a crucial role in replenishing reservoirs that supply drinking water and support power generation across the country.


Overall, the above-average rainfall is expected to have a positive impact on both agriculture and water resources.

The weather department also said that India is likely to witness above average maximum temperatures during October.