An AI-powered rainfall forecast system specifically for Uttar Pradesh was launched on Tuesday in New Delhi by Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences. This innovative system boasts a high spatial resolution of 1 km and offers a 10-day outlook, making it particularly beneficial for agriculture, water resources, renewable energy, urban planning, disaster management, and infrastructure sectors. Farmers will gain the ability to make informed decisions regarding sowing, irrigation, and crop protection with greater local precision. The services will be available during the upcoming 2026 monsoon season. Developed under the initiative known as Mission Mausam, the system utilizes advanced AI-driven techniques and integrates data from various sources, including Automatic Rain Gauges and Doppler Weather Radars. Singh emphasized that this launch represents a significant transition from traditional weather forecasting to a more impact-based and decision-support approach, providing precise and actionable information for various stakeholders. He also noted the rapid modernization of India's weather infrastructure, with the number of Doppler Weather Radars increasing from 16-17 nearly a decade ago to around 50 currently, with plans for an additional 50 under Mission Mausam.