India, July 29 -- After receiving above-normal rainfall in May and June, Pune district has now moved into the 'normal' rainfall category in July. As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the district has received 262.3 mm of rainfall so far this month, just below the normal average of 267.5 mm, indicating a marginal 2% deficiency. According to IMD officials, the shortfall is minor but highlights a reduction in monsoon activity over the region in July. Whereas Pune city recorded 138.3 mm of rainfall in July, which is significantly lower than the normal average of 180.1 mm.

Across Maharashtra, rainfall in July is a study in contrasts with Konkan and central Maharashtra recording normal rainfall; Vidarbha witnessing excess to large...