Monsoon activity subdued in large parts of India

way2barak, July 13: With nationwide rain deficit down to 15% in July from 40% in June, the monsoon rainfall will take a week-long break from major parts of the country, including the northwest and central India regions, the IMD said on Sunday.

On the other hand, with fresh cyclonic circulation expected over the north Bay of Bengal region and adjoining Bangladesh around July 14, east and northeast India brace for heightened rainfall the week ahead. “The impact of this system will remain limited to eastern and northeastern India regions,” said Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General, India Meteorological Department (IMD).