BS EDIT: How Mission Mausam will advance weather science

By Business StandardPublished On Sep 17, 2024

Mission Mausam unveiled

Mission Mausam aims to enhance localised weather forecasting through advanced research, cloud labs, and data gathering tools

Cloud chambers, weather control

The mission will create artificial cloud chambers to study cloud seeding, aiming to induce or prevent rain through controlled experiments

Investment in technology

Initial funding of Rs 2,000 crore will support cloud chambers, radars, AI tools, and supercomputers to improve weather prediction accuracy

Tackling 'chaotic' weather

Weather systems are chaotic, where minor changes lead to major differences. AI and quantum computing offer promising advances in modelling

Enhanced observation network

More radars, radiosondes, and satellite systems will provide vital data to refine weather models and predictions, despite high costs

Long-term benefits

Accurate weather forecasting aids disaster management and climate-change mitigation. Mission Mausam's expansion is crucial for future readiness