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The southwest monsoon, which has been very vigorous over most parts of the country for the past few weeks, might enter a brief lull phase by the end of July or early August, giving a much-needed respite to areas reeling under floods and excess showers.
However, if the lull extends beyond 15 days, it might start harming the standing crops, particularly oilseeds and pulses, in areas where irrigation facilities are weak.
A prolonged break could have an adverse impact in southern Indian states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, where the southwest monsoon so far has been unsatisfactory.
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