Centre gives clearance for ‘Mission Mausam’

• The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved ‘Mission Mausam’ on Wednesday (September 11, 2024) with an outlay of ₹2,000 crore over two years.

Highlights:

• The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved ‘Mission Mausam’ on September 11, 2024, with an allocation of ₹2,000 crore over two years. The mission is aimed at enhancing research, development, and capacity in atmospheric sciences and weather forecasting.

Key Objectives:

• Nodal Agency: The Ministry of Earth Sciences will oversee the implementation of the mission.
• Focus Areas: The mission aims to strengthen areas such as weather surveillance, forecasting, modeling, and management.
• Technological Integration: Mission Mausam will incorporate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), next-generation radars, and satellite systems for better precision in weather prediction.

Implementing Agencies:

• Three key institutions under the Ministry of Earth Sciences will primarily implement the mission:
• India Meteorological Department (IMD)
• Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)
• National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF)

Critical Components:

• Advanced Observation Systems: Deployment of next-gen radars and satellite systems with cutting-edge sensors.
• High-Performance Computing: Use of supercomputers to improve earth system models.
• Real-Time Data Dissemination: A GIS-based automated Decision Support System will facilitate real-time decision-making.

Sectors to Benefit:

• Mission Mausam is expected to positively impact a wide range of sectors:
  • Agriculture
  • Disaster Management
  • Defence
  • Environment
  • Aviation
  • Water Resources
  • Tourism
  • Transport (Road, Rail, and Shipping)
  • Energy and Health
• The mission will enhance data-driven decision-making across these sectors, improving urban planning, environmental monitoring, and offshore operations.

Prelims Takeaways:

• India Meteorological Department (IMD)
• Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)