This time, drought-like conditions are prevalent in half of Madhya Pradesh: normal rainfall in only 25 districts, less than 80% in 11; wheat and soybean production will decrease.

This time, half of Madhya Pradesh is facing drought-like conditions. In 30 out of 55 districts, the normal rainfall quota has not been met. Among these, there are 11 districts where less than 80% of rainfall was recorded. Alirajpur did not even receive half the expected rainfall. The western part of the state, including Indore, Bhopal, Ujjain, Narmadapuram, and Gwalior-Chambal divisions, has received up to 12% less rainfall. In contrast, the eastern part - Jabalpur, Rewa, Sagar, and Shahdol divisions - has received 4% more rainfall. The southern part of the state...