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India has contingency plans ready amid 40% rainfall deficit, says Agriculture Commissioner

Officials said improved irrigation infrastructure and strong rice and wheat stocks provide a buffer, while farmers may shift to short-duration pulse crops if rainfall remains weak.

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Officials said improved irrigation infrastructure and strong rice and wheat stocks provide a buffer, while farmers may shift to short-duration pulse crops if rainfall remains weak.

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Officials said improved irrigation infrastructure and strong rice and wheat stocks provide a buffer, while farmers may shift to short-duration pulse crops if rainfall remains weak.

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  • Category: business
  • Edition: IN
  • Fetched: Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:58:54 GMT

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