Telangana Monsoon Deficit Drops to 9 Percent After Widespread Rain

Widespread rainfall across Telangana has significantly reduced the state's overall monsoon deficit to 9 percent as of June 29, according to data released by the Telangana Development Planning Society (TGDPS). The recent wet spell, which brought showers to Hyderabad and surrounding regions, helped bring the cumulative seasonal rainfall to 113 mm, pushing the state's overall monsoon status into the normal category.

Prior to the recent heavy downpours, Telangana was facing an 18 percent rainfall deficit. The cumulative rainfall of 113 mm recorded by late June is now close to the normal average of 124.6 mm expected for this time of the year.

Several districts recorded substantial rainfall during this period, which helped boost the state's overall figures. Mulugu led the state with 204.4 mm of cumulative precipitation. Other areas with high rainfall included Bhadradri Kothagudem at 151.1 mm, Kumuram Bheem at 150.7 mm, Rangareddy at 141.3 mm, and Nirmal at 139 mm. Nalgonda and Jagtial also received widespread showers, recording 126.5 mm and 105.5 mm respectively.

Despite the overall improvement, the TGDPS data reveals that rainfall remains unevenly distributed across Telangana. Currently, only five districts have entered the excess rainfall category. Rangareddy and Nalgonda registered the highest surplus at 51 percent, followed by Suryapet at 32 percent, Nagarkurnool at 27 percent, and Khammam at 24 percent.

Meanwhile, 11 districts are currently placed in the normal rainfall category. This group includes Hyderabad, Vikarabad, Sangareddy, Mulugu, and Mahabubnagar.

However, a significant portion of the state is still experiencing dry conditions. Fifteen districts continue to face deficient rainfall. Among the deficient areas are Warangal with a 57 percent deficit, Siddipet at 50 percent, Medchal-Malkajgiri at 39 percent, Nizamabad at 35 percent, and Adilabad at 32 percent.