The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced the installation of new radars in Jammu & Kashmir under Mission Mausam to deliver more accurate and district-specific weather forecasts. This step highlights India’s growing focus on climate resilience and early warning systems.
About Mission Mausam
- Launched in 2024 by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).
- Implemented jointly by IMD, National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), and Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM).
- Aims to make India a “Weather-ready and Climate-smart nation.”
Objectives
- Upgrade forecasting ability for short-term, medium-term, and seasonal weather events.
- Develop high-resolution models for better prediction of monsoon patterns.
- Expand and modernize observation systems with radars, satellites, and automated weather stations.
- Provide sector-specific advisories for agriculture, energy, water resources, health, and disaster management.
- Encourage collaborations in climate research at national and global levels.
Significance
- Enhances India’s preparedness against extreme weather events and disasters.
- Helps farmers, policymakers, and industries make timely decisions.
- Protects infrastructure and supports sustainable development.
- Strengthens India’s role in global climate science and forecasting.
Conclusion:
Mission Mausam is a major step towards improving India’s weather forecasting and climate services, ensuring timely information to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and the economy.
