India to Experience Above Average October Rainfall: IMD

India is expected to receive above average rainfall in October, following high volumes in the past three months, according to Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director-general of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The October rainfall is anticipated to be more than 115% of the 50-year average.

India is set to receive above average rainfall in October, following three months of unexpectedly high volumes, a senior weather official announced on Tuesday.

Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director-general of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), projected that October's rainfall would exceed 115% of the 50-year average.

The forecast points to a continuation of the unusual weather patterns observed in recent months, impacting various sectors across the nation.

(With inputs from agencies.)