CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The southwest monsoon has withdrawn from the country, but the uneven distribution of rainfall this season has heightened concerns over water and agricultural distress in several areas. According to an available report, drought-like conditions persist in about 51 percent of the country. While some regions recorded excessive rainfall, many areas received significantly less rain than the long-period average.
The impact of deficient rainfall during the monsoon is also visible in reservoirs. Citing Central Water Commission data, the report said the 178 major reservoirs have water storage at about 70.67 percent of their total capacity. This level is reported to be lower than last year. Reservoirs in South India have also been reported to have lower-than-normal water levels.
Low water levels could affect irrigation and hydropower generation. In Marathwada, Vidarbha, western Madhya Pradesh and some non-irrigated areas of Gujarat, pressure related to drinking water and agriculture is expected to increase in the coming months. On the other hand, excessive rainfall in some regions has led to problems such as floods, waterlogging and crop damage. After the withdrawal of the monsoon, the challenge is therefore not only the total amount of rainfall, but also its uneven distribution and the impact on water resources.
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