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El Nino may turn 'very strong' by late 2026, raising risks for India: IRI

1 source · first seen 12:39 28 Sept · updated 12:39 28 Sept

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  • El Niño may become “very strong” in late 2026 and early 2027
  • The strengthening pattern raises risks for India
  • Weaker monsoons could pressure farm output and raise food inflation, affecting Indian agriculture and consumer companies

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Forecast for a strong El Niño

The WMO warned that the El Niño event could become the strongest ever recorded, amid record-breaking Pacific heat highlighted by economist Sanjeev Sanyal. The IRI said it may become very strong in late 2026 and early 2027, raising risks for India.

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