PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, chaired a high-level review meeting at Seva Theerth to assess the preparedness measures implemented in relation to the kharif season's progress and potential effects of El Nino on other economic sectors.
Agriculture, Power, Cooperation, Drinking Water and Sanitation, Health and Family Welfare, Economic Affairs, Animal Husbandry, Rural Development, Earth Sciences, Agricultural Research and Education, Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Information & Broadcasting, Consumer Affairs, Financial Services, Fertilizers, and Central Water Commission were among the more than fifteen Ministries whose secretaries and senior officials attended, according to a press release from the Prime Minister's Office.

The entire rainfall condition for June and up until July 7 was first presented by IMD authorities. The Director General of Meteorology provided an update on the nation's monsoon coverage situation and the potential effects of El Nino. In Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra, the start of the monsoon was delayed by roughly ten days.
However, the deficit for all of India has decreased to -12% with rainfall through July 7. Above-normal monsoon conditions were seen throughout the first week of July. July and August are predicted to see a weak to moderate El Nino. Since July receives more than 30% of the monsoon season's rainfall, the situation is constantly being watched.

The Secretary of Agriculture gave a thorough presentation on how to be ready for any potential effects of El Nino during the kharif season. In order to facilitate prompt decision-making and emergency response, the Crop Weather Watch group holds weekly meetings with the States to monitor rainfall, reservoir storage, crop sowing, input availability, market trends, and emerging pest and disease problems.
For 262 districts that are at risk, District Agriculture Contingency Plans have been updated. The Indian Council for Agricultural Research has released Standard Operating Procedures for "Managing El Nino Risks in Indian Agriculture" for the districts' Krishi Vigyan Kendras.It was also noted that because of climate-resilient cultivars and technology, foodgrain production has continued over time despite insufficient rainfall.
In order to guarantee maximum coverage in a timely way, the Departments of Agriculture, Financial Services, and Cooperation were recommended to launch campaigns for Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna and Kisan Credit Card coverage in vulnerable states. The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying was requested to evaluate the macro and micro levels of dry fodder, green fodder, and cow feed availability.

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation reported that they were keeping an eye on the districts and that things were stable as of right now. The Department was instructed to guarantee micro-level planning and oversight in the districts that are at risk. The nation's groundwater and reservoir status was disclosed by the Department of Water Resources. Even though things were stable at the moment, a close eye must be kept throughout the season.
Heat wave advisories and monitoring of heat waves, excessive humidity, and dengue epidemics have been implemented by the Department of Health and Family Welfare. Alerts and warnings must be effectively sent up to the field level.

The Department of Consumer Affairs disclosed the current state of retail prices as well as the sufficiency of the buffer for rice, wheat, and legumes. The Department of Fertilizer stated that Rabi had a likely opening balance and enough supply. It was recommended that both departments continuously examine the macro and micro availability of fertilizers and vital goods.
The Department of Rural Development provided an update on the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission, which has been underway since July 1st and has produced one crore person days thus far. Climate-resilient seed varieties were disseminated by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education. The availability and generating status were disclosed by the Department of Power.

In order to take corrective action as needed, the prime minister's principal secretary instructed that the overall situation be regularly reviewed and that the impact of the monsoon or delayed monsoon on vulnerable districts be evaluated in coordination with states.
Along with fodder development plans and frequent monitoring with the States, it was also mandated that actions be taken to guarantee sufficient fodder availability. It must be of utmost importance to guarantee sufficient access to drinking water in districts that are at risk.
In order to guarantee optimal reservoir water utilization and encourage prudent use of limited water, the reservoir levels in sensitive districts were regularly monitored and the proper instructions were issued.It was underlined that in order to guarantee that problems are successfully resolved, Ministries must collaborate closely with the States.