<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Kharif paddy sowing has increased by 11% to 123.68 lakh hectare as reported by the Department of Agriculture on July 11, 2025.</li><li>Total sowing area of all kharif crops has risen to 597.86 lakh hectare, an increase from 560.59 lakh hectare compared to last year.</li><li>Sowing of pulses increased to 67.09 lakh hectare, while 'Shri Anna' cum coarse cereals rose to 116.30 lakh hectare.</li><li>The India Meteorological Department has forecasted above-normal monsoon for the year, supporting agricultural activities.</li></ul>

Kharif Paddy Sowing Rises 11% To 123.68 Lakh Hectare Till Jul 11

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