India, June 23 -- Contrary to popular perception that overall good rainfall was experienced in Maharashtra in June this year, at least 20 districts in the state are facing a large rainfall deficit this month. Most of these districts are from Marathwada and Vidarbha while three are from central Maharashtra. Among the at least 20 districts facing a large rainfall deficit in June this year, Washim has recorded the highest rainfall deficiency at 86% with the widespread deficit attributed to the absence of any low-pressure system movement towards the state, which usually plays a crucial role in triggering the rain.

Washim is followed by Akola (-77%), Nagpur (-74%), Hingoli (-73%), Bhandara (-70%), Gadchiroli (-68%), Beed (-67%), Jalna (-64%),...