New Delhi, Aug 11 (TIWN) Concerns have mounted about the kharif sowing pattern due to uneven rainfall distribution this year, said Crisil Research.

Besides, the India Meteorological Department forecasts monsoon will remain normal for the rest of the season.   "However, concerns around kharif sowing persist mainly because of uneven distribution of rainfall."   "During the recovery phase (commencing July 13), the country received 2 per cent lower rains than the LPA as on August 8."   Region wise, the report said that rainfall activity was higher by 11 per cent and 12 per cent in North-west India and South peninsula region, respectively.   "The Central and East and North-east regions lagged 4 per cent and 20 per cent lower rains, respectively."