Monsoon Magic: When the Rain Gods smile

A good monsoon equals prosperity and the opposite equals drought,crop falure and hardship for the farmers. For the common man,it is a much needed relief from the scathing heat, a time for tea and pakoras and just enjoying the magic that monsoon creates. In India,the monsoon symbolises creativity, regeneration,prosperity and gives the people a reason to celebrate.Rains depict a new lease of life. Young children are seen getting wet in the rain and playing with paper boats and having puddle water fights. Monsoon creates an air of fresh energy and spirit.

  • A good monsoon equals prosperity and the opposite equals drought,crop falure and hardship for the farmers. For the common man,it is a much needed relief from the scathing heat, a time for tea and pakoras and just enjoying the magic that monsoon creates.<br><br>

In India,the monsoon symbolises creativity, regeneration,prosperity and gives the people a reason to celebrate.Rains depict a new lease of life. Young children are seen getting wet in the rain and playing with paper boats and having puddle water fights. Monsoon creates an air of fresh energy and spirit.
    A good monsoon equals prosperity and the opposite equals drought,crop falure and hardship for the farmers. For the common man,it is a much needed relief from the scathing heat, a time for tea and pakoras and just enjoying the magic that monsoon creates.

    In India,the monsoon symbolises creativity, regeneration,prosperity and gives the people a reason to celebrate.Rains depict a new lease of life. Young children are seen getting wet in the rain and playing with paper boats and having puddle water fights. Monsoon creates an air of fresh energy and spirit.
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  • A bird quenches it's thirst by drinking the rain water. (AFP Photo)
    A bird quenches it's thirst by drinking the rain water. (AFP Photo)
  • A child gets a fun ride on a push car while enjoying the rain.  (AFP Photo)
    A child gets a fun ride on a push car while enjoying the rain. (AFP Photo)
  • A child looks elated as he bathes in the rain.  (AFP Photo)
    A child looks elated as he bathes in the rain. (AFP Photo)
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  • A deserted road on a rainy day.  (AFP Photo)
    A deserted road on a rainy day. (AFP Photo)
  • A rainy day in July.  (AFP Photo)
    A rainy day in July. (AFP Photo)
  • A young girl lets herself loose in the rain.  (AFP Photo)
    A young girl lets herself loose in the rain. (AFP Photo)
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  • Children enjoying the rain. (AFP Photo)
    Children enjoying the rain. (AFP Photo)
  • Children trying not to get wet in the rain. (AFP Photo)
    Children trying not to get wet in the rain. (AFP Photo)
  • Clouds gather over the sea. (AFP Photo)
    Clouds gather over the sea. (AFP Photo)
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  • Dancing in the rain has never looked more appealing and fun. (AFP Photo)
    Dancing in the rain has never looked more appealing and fun. (AFP Photo)
  • Kids frolic around during a downpour. (AFP Photo)
    Kids frolic around during a downpour. (AFP Photo)
  • Kids make the most of a monsoon shower. (AFP Photo)
    Kids make the most of a monsoon shower. (AFP Photo)
  • Life has never looked more carefree. (AFP Photo)
    Life has never looked more carefree. (AFP Photo)
  • Looking through the rain drops is like looking through a magnifying glass. (AFP Photo)
    Looking through the rain drops is like looking through a magnifying glass. (AFP Photo)
  • People take shelter under colourful umbrellas. (AFP Photo)
    People take shelter under colourful umbrellas. (AFP Photo)
  • Rain water enhances the beauty of the leaf. (AFP Photo)
    Rain water enhances the beauty of the leaf. (AFP Photo)
  • The last remains of the downpour on a leaf. (AFP Photo)
    The last remains of the downpour on a leaf. (AFP Photo)
  • The smile on this girl's face shows it all. (AFP Photo)
    The smile on this girl's face shows it all. (AFP Photo)
  • They took out their helmets because they just couldn't resist getting completely drenched.(AFP Photo)
    They took out their helmets because they just couldn't resist getting completely drenched.(AFP Photo)
  • This young man probably feels like a bollywood star right now.(AFP Photo)
    This young man probably feels like a bollywood star right now.(AFP Photo)
  • Women dry their Saris just before rain hits the area.(AFP Photo)
    Women dry their Saris just before rain hits the area.(AFP Photo)