El Nino trigger: Rabi contingency plan drawn up for 225 districts amid rainfall deficit

The Economic Times · Shambhavi Anand · 2026-11-06 19:38 UTC

The govt has developed a rabi contingency plan in response to the southwest monsoon's rainfall deficit. With concerns over soil moisture and reservoir levels, the plan targets 225 districts facing crop planning challenges. Recent rains have improved some reservoir levels, prompting a reassessment of the original strategies. Additionally, rising food prices and rice stocks have led to new regulatory measures across several states.

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