The North East Monsoons bring almost no rain to most of India. -SST 10th

The North East Monsoons bring almost no rain to most of India. -SST 10th
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The North-East Monsoon is a dry wind blowing from the Asian landmass. It collects moisture from the Bay of Bengal. It brings less rain to east India, Chennai coast.
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