70 percent of the country lacked rain in March

31-Mar-2025 07:51 PM

The lack of rainfall in March and low reservoir levels could have serious implications for agriculture, drinking water, and power generation.

🌧️ Key Highlights

📉 70% of India saw no/negligible rain from March 1-27, 2025
📉 Water levels in reservoirs have dropped below 45%
📉 Monsoon deficit since October 2024 is worsening the situation

📊 Regional Breakdown

📌 Northern Region: 🚨 Critical shortage (24% water left in 21 reservoirs)

  • Punjab: 20% capacity

  • Himachal Pradesh: 23% capacity

  • Rajasthan: 42% capacity

📌 Eastern Region: ⚠️ Declining water stocks (9,413 BCM out of 21,655 BCM)

  • Bihar: Worst affected

  • West Bengal & Odisha: Over 40% capacity

📌 Western Region: ✅ Better situation (51% water stock)

  • Goa: 70%+ water availability

  • Maharashtra & Gujarat: 50%+ water availability

📌 Central Region: 47% water stock

⏳ What’s Next?

🔸 Impact on summer crops & irrigation
🔸 Possible water rationing in deficit states
🔸 Increased demand for groundwater pumping

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