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Monsoon 2026: Why Odisha Got Excess Rain When India Was Deficient — Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure Systems Explained

India's 2026 southwest monsoon ended 12.6% below normal, yet Odisha was the only meteorological subdivision with excess rain, 29% above normal. How Bay of Bengal low-pressure systems explain the contrast, how IMD grades them, and how to use the season in GS1 and GS3.

26 Sept 2026 · 6 min read