The Southwest monsoon made its much-awaited entry into large parts of the Northeastern region on Sunday, bringing widespread rainfall and renewed optimism for a healthy agricultural season. Although the monsoon arrived two days later than its normal onset date, weather officials remain confident that the region is likely to receive normal to above-normal rainfall during the coming months.
According to officials from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Guwahati and Agartala, the monsoon has advanced into Tripura, Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, and parts of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Meteorologists expect the monsoon to cover the remaining areas of the Northeast within the next two to three days as favourable weather conditions continue to prevail.
IMD officials noted that in 2025, the Southwest monsoon had reached most parts of the Northeast by May 26, making this year’s onset comparatively delayed. Despite the slight delay, the progress of the monsoon is being closely monitored, and forecasts indicate a steady advance across the region.
The weather department has also predicted rainfall over several other parts of the country, including the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Karnataka, Konkan and Goa, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry during the next few days.
Experts believe that while El Niño conditions may develop in certain parts of India later this year, their impact on the Northeastern states is likely to remain limited. The region’s extensive forest cover, unique topography, and favourable climatic conditions are expected to help maintain adequate rainfall levels.
The onset of the monsoon is particularly significant for the Northeastern states, where a large portion of the population depends on rain-fed agriculture. Timely and sufficient rainfall is expected to support farming activities, replenish reservoirs and groundwater resources, and improve overall environmental conditions across the region.
With encouraging forecasts and steady monsoon advancement, farmers and residents alike are hopeful for a productive and well-watered season ahead.
