Despite the arrival of the monsoon in Odisha, the state is facing a deficit in rainfall suitable for agriculture due to the El Nino effect and a weak monsoon trough. Districts like Mayurbhanj, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, and Dhenkanal are reporting dry farmlands, leading to fears of drought. Agricultural experts have advised farmers not to rush into sowing seeds as there is no immediate sign of continuous rainfall. Some farmers are struggling to save sprouted seeds using motors, but widespread water shortage remains a major concern. https://argusnews.in/odisha/odisha-monsoon-rain-deficit-farmers-kharif-crop-crisis #creator program