El Nino Threatens Rabi Crops in Rainfed Indian Areas

The El Nino weather pattern is expected to pose challenges for India's rabi crop season, especially in rainfed regions. Agriculture Secretary Atish Chandra noted difficulties faced during the kharif season and emphasized the need for crop diversification to achieve self-sufficiency despite research and income challenges. Modernizing infrastructure and developing a robust digital agriculture system are vital to prevent farm losses and improve market access.

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