Monsoon in India

Published: Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 10:11 [IST]

Monsoon rains are crucial for farm output and many states are suffering from drought. The rains, which run from June to September, are vital for the 55 per cent of India.

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A view of submerged Aluva Siva Temple in Kochi on Tuesday.

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A man rows a boat through a flooded street after heavy rains at Mukkam in Kozhikode on Tuesday.

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A family moves through a flooded street after heavy rains at Mukkam in Kozhikode on Tuesday.

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People enjoy the rains and high tide at Worli sea face in Mumbai on Tuesday.

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College students enjoy the rains at the Marine Drive in Mumbai on Tuesday.

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College students enjoy the rains at the Marine Drive in Mumbai on Tuesday.