Rewa Faces 415 mm Rainfall Deficit as Weak Monsoon Raises Concern for Kharif Crops
Digital desk
The monsoon has remained subdued in Rewa district this season, leaving the region with a sharp rainfall deficit and raising concerns among farmers over the health of standing kharif crops.
According to official rainfall data, the district has received an average of 168.4 mm of rainfall between June 1 and August 5, significantly lower than the 583.4 mm recorded during the corresponding period last year. The shortfall of 415 mm has reduced soil moisture levels and increased uncertainty for the ongoing agricultural season.
Rainfall Well Below Last Year's Levels
More than two months into the southwest monsoon season, rainfall in Rewa continues to remain far below normal expectations.
The prolonged dry spell has affected agricultural operations across several parts of the district, with farmers hoping for sustained rainfall in the coming days to protect kharif crops, particularly paddy, which requires consistent moisture during its growth stage.
Gurh Receives Highest Rainfall
On August 5, the district recorded an average rainfall of 10 mm.
Among all tehsils, Gurh received the highest rainfall at 35 mm, while intermittent showers were reported from several other areas. However, officials said the rainfall was insufficient to significantly improve moisture conditions in agricultural fields.
Wide Variation Across Tehsils
Rainfall distribution across Rewa district has remained uneven, with considerable variation among different tehsils.
The cumulative rainfall recorded so far includes:
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Gurh: 356 mm
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Raipur Karchuliyan: 180.7 mm
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Huzur: 177.3 mm
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Semaria: 172 mm
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Sirmour: 160.4 mm
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Jawa: 155 mm
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Mangawan: 92 mm
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Teonthar: 54 mm
The figures indicate that while a few pockets have received moderate rainfall, several regions continue to experience a severe rainfall deficit.
Farmers Await Active Monsoon
The lack of adequate rainfall has reduced moisture in farmlands, making irrigation and crop management increasingly difficult for farmers.
Agriculture experts say continuous rainfall over the next few days will be crucial to minimise damage to kharif crops and restore favourable field conditions. Improved rainfall would also help replenish reservoirs, ponds and other water sources across the district.
With cloud cover persisting over parts of the region, farmers remain hopeful that the monsoon will regain strength and provide much-needed relief during the remainder of the season.
