Weak monsoon due to El Nino brings 43% less rain to India (opens original article in a new tab)

India faces a weak monsoon with 43% less rain due to El Niño, prompting government contingency plans for vulnerable districts.

• India's monsoon is 43% below average due to El Niño
• Government has contingency plans for 300 vulnerable districts
• El Niño-linked monsoon could be the lowest in 11 years