Monsoon advancing steadily across India

Mon, 02 June 2025

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The Southwest Monsoon 2025 is advancing steadily across India, reaching central and eastern regions ahead of schedule.

As of June 2, its northern limit extends across Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and West Bengal.

Key cities like Kolkata, Raipur, and Hyderabad have already experienced onset, promising early relief from summer heat.

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