106 reservoirs below 40% capacity as India braces for weak monsoon risk

India's water security is under increasing strain as the southwest monsoon season approaches, with a significant number of reservoirs reporting critically low levels. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a concerning forecast, predicting monsoon rainfall to be 10 percent below normal.

This prediction is particularly worrying given the existing El Niño warnings and the current state of water reserves. As of the latest reports, 106 reservoirs across the country are operating below 40% of their capacity. This widespread deficit highlights the vulnerability of India's water supply systems.

The potential for a weaker-than-normal monsoon season raises alarms for agriculture, which heavily relies on consistent rainfall, and for the general water needs of the population. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as the country braces for a potentially challenging period of water scarcity.