IMD announces onset of winter monsoon in south Peninsular India, summer monsoon withdrawal completes on normal date

The southwest monsoon in India withdrew on schedule, marking the end of the summer monsoon season. Simultaneously, the northeast monsoon commenced, bringing rainfall to parts of south Peninsular India, including Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and coastal Andhra Pradesh. Predictions indicate a normal winter monsoon may provide relief after a significant summer rainfall deficit.