• Deficient rain in India is negatively impacting the sowing of pulses.
• Insufficient rainfall reduces water availability, affecting the germination and growth of crops.
• Lower crop yields result in a decreased supply of pulses in the market.
• With limited supply and consistent demand, the prices of pulses are likely to increase.
• Pulses are a staple food in India, and any rise in prices directly affects the consumers.
• Income inequality and poverty make pulses an essential source of affordable protein for many people.
• Higher prices of pulses can lead to reduced consumption or substitution with cheaper alternatives, impacting nutrition levels.
• In the long term, deficient rain and increased pulse prices can harm the agricultural and rural economy in India.
• Government interventions, such as import policies or price regulation, may help stabilize prices and ensure availability of pulses in the market.