Concern For Farmers In Uttar Pradesh Over 25% Less Than Normal Rain In Monsoon

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has received 25 per cent less rainfall than normal so far this monsoon, raising concerns about soil moisture and sowing conditions in parts of the state's rain-fed agricultural belt. However, the weather department forecast a revival of monsoon activity in early August. According to the recent data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state recorded 258.6 mm of cumulative rainfall between June 1 and July 29 against the normal 342.8...