Monsoons and Mayhem: Why India's Economy Is Bracing for Impact The southwest monsoon has been an unpredictable but reliable partner in India's agricultural cycle, bringing much needed rain to parched farmland.
This year, however, concerns are growing that the monsoon might be weaker than usual, threatening crop yields and the livelihoods of millions of farmers and rural workers.
India's economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, which accounts for a significant share of employment and revenue.