IMD Unveils AI-Enabled Monsoon Forecasting System to Aid Farmers
IMD new monsoon forecast system: How AI will allow weather department in predicting rains
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has launched an AI-powered monsoon forecasting system to provide localized rainfall updates up to four weeks in advance, benefiting farmers across 16 states. A pilot project in Uttar Pradesh will offer high-resolution rainfall forecasts, enhancing decision-making in agriculture and disaster management.
- 01IMD's new AI-enabled system forecasts monsoon rains up to four weeks in advance.
- 02The pilot project in Uttar Pradesh provides high-resolution rainfall predictions at a 1-km scale.
- 03Forecasts will be shared through various platforms, including mobile apps and SMS alerts.
- 04The initiative aims to support informed decision-making for farmers and disaster managers.
- 05The system was developed in collaboration with leading meteorological institutions.
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On Tuesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) launched two innovative weather forecasting services, including an AI-enabled monsoon advance forecasting system. This system will provide updates on seasonal rainfall and localized weather information up to four weeks in advance, specifically designed to assist farmers across 16 states and over 3,000 sub-districts. A pilot project in Uttar Pradesh will offer high-resolution rainfall forecasts at a 1-km resolution for up to 10 days using advanced observational networks and artificial intelligence techniques. The new forecasting products will be disseminated through mobile applications, SMS alerts, WhatsApp, and displayed in local markets, ensuring farmers receive timely information for better decision-making regarding sowing, irrigation, and crop protection. Union minister of earth sciences Jitendra Singh emphasized the transition to impact-based forecasting, which delivers precise, location-specific, and actionable insights. The systems were developed collaboratively by the IMD, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, and the National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting, responding to the increasing demand for localized weather forecasts.
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Farmers will have access to precise weather information, enabling better planning for sowing, irrigation, and harvesting, which can lead to improved crop yields and resource management.
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