Cyclone Biporjoy has spoilt monsoon distribution and circulation pattern: Skymet

India’s monsoon season has experienced a delayed onset and deficient conditions, with a deficit of up to 80% in parts of south, central and eastern India, not counting the northeastern regions, according to GP Sharma, the President of Skymet. The delayed rains may also lead to delayed sowing, which could impact farmers’ incomes and further increase inflation levels in the country. Cyclone Biporjoy has disturbed the monsoon pattern, and the situation is predicted to ease by June 25, although ongoing El Niño conditions may continue to impact the country’s rainfall for July and August.