India is projected to experience above-normal rainfall during the monsoon season from June to September, with 106% of the long period average. Central and peninsular India are expected to receive higher-than-usual rainfall, benefiting agriculture in the monsoon core zone. While northwest India anticipates normal rainfall, northeast India may experience below-normal rainfall.
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