New Delhi, July 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reviewed the situation arising out of deficient rainfall during the Union Cabinet meeting and directed all concerned ministries and departments to work in close coordination to ensure timely preparedness and an effective response, sources said.

According to sources, the Prime Minister held a detailed discussion on the impact of below-normal rainfall and stressed the need for a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to deal with any emerging challenges. He asked all ministries concerned to prepare advance contingency plans and maintain close coordination so that any adverse impact on agriculture, water availability, power supply and other essential sectors can be effectivel...