The Northwest region of India is bracing for below normal rainfall this
year, which could have a significant impact on the kharif crops. The
forecast suggests that the region may experience a water deficit, putting
pressure on paddy farmers to rely more on underground water sources. With
inadequate rainfall, the availability of surface water for irrigation could
be reduced, prompting farmers to resort to alternative measures. Drawing
more underground water might become necessary to sustain the agricultural
activities and ensure the growth of kharif crops. This situation highlights
the potential challenges that farmers in the region might face in terms of
water scarcity and the need to adopt sustainable water management practices.
year, which could have a significant impact on the kharif crops. The
forecast suggests that the region may experience a water deficit, putting
pressure on paddy farmers to rely more on underground water sources. With
inadequate rainfall, the availability of surface water for irrigation could
be reduced, prompting farmers to resort to alternative measures. Drawing
more underground water might become necessary to sustain the agricultural
activities and ensure the growth of kharif crops. This situation highlights
the potential challenges that farmers in the region might face in terms of
water scarcity and the need to adopt sustainable water management practices.
