Meghalaya CM Warns of "Existential Crisis" Due to Severe Rainfall Deficiency

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Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma declared an "existential crisis" due to over 80% rainfall deficiency in June, urging immediate action on climate change preparedness, water conservation, and natural farming.

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مواضيعclimate change El Niño food security water security natural farming water conservation

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