The scheme “Upgradation of Forecast System” of IMD is a continuing Scheme primarily encompassing ongoing programs in an integrated manner aimed at providing efficient weather and climate services across the country in various sectors. This scheme is a part of the umbrella scheme “Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS)” of MoES.
The proposed scheme “Upgradation of Forecast System” is aimed at improving the accuracy of weather forecasts to bring it at par with the international standards which will help many sectors like army operations, air operation, agriculture, tourism, mountaineering, aviation, roads and communications, power generation, water management, environmental studies, Sports & Adventure, Transport, Government Authorities, NGOs and Public in general.
Details of major Objectives of the scheme are as follows:
(Rs. In crores)
Name of Scheme | 2017-18 | 2018-19 | 2019-20 | Total |
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UPGRADATION OF FORECAST SYSTEM | 99.33 | 102.44 | 108.63 | 310.40 |
Last Updated On 09/18/2019 - 15:23 |