Monsoon rainfall is set to peak across West and Central India over the next few days before the heavy rain belt shifts northward toward the Himalayan foothills.

The weather system, currently driving severe precipitation in these regions, is expected to weaken into a low-pressure area by the weekend, according to meteorological forecasts.

The intensification of rains in these core agricultural and industrial zones comes after a period of stalled monsoon activity.

Earlier this week, rainfall patterns in central India showed only modest improvement, providing a temporary counterweight to broader concerns about the delayed onset of consistent seasonal rains.

The current surge represents a significant shift in the weather regime, bringing relief to some areas while raising flood risks in others.

For markets, the focus remains on the impact of this heavy rainfall on agricultural output and supply chain logistics.