The emergence of El Niño in the Pacific Ocean poses a significant threat to Indian agriculture, potentially weakening the monsoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a 35% chance of drought-like conditions. Major rice-producing states like Odisha and Bihar are at risk. In response, the Ministry of Agriculture has launched a contingency plan focusing on water management and promoting short-duration crops like pulses and millets. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed officials to ensure adequate supply of seeds and fertilizers to protect the Kharif season. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/el-nino-threat-to-agriculture-11874193 #creator program