Super El Niño Threat Looms Over Bihar, Rainfall Expected to Drop by 10%

Bihar may face severe weather challenges this year due to the impact of the Super El Niño phenomenon developing over the Pacific Ocean. Meteorological experts have predicted that the state could receive nearly 10% less rainfall than normal during the monsoon season, raising concerns over rising temperatures, water scarcity, and agricultural losses.

According to weather projections, temperatures in several parts of Bihar are expected to cross 45 degrees Celsius, while the number of heatwave days is also likely to increase significantly. The prolonged dry conditions may worsen the water crisis across rural and urban regions alike.

Experts warn that reduced rainfall could lead to shrinking water levels in rivers, ponds, and reservoirs, while groundwater levels may decline sharply in many districts. The situation is expected to have a serious impact on agriculture, especially on major crops such as paddy, maize, and pulses, which heavily depend on timely monsoon rains.

Farmers and agricultural authorities are already being advised to prepare for challenging conditions, with concerns growing over lower crop yields and financial stress in the farming sector. Environmental experts have also stressed the need for effective water conservation measures and better irrigation planning to minimize the impact of the expected drought-like situation.

The Super El Niño effect has historically been associated with extreme climatic conditions across South Asia, and this year Bihar could be among the states facing the most severe consequences.

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