Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday will launch ‘Mission Mausam’, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at making India a weather-ready and climate-smart nation, as part of the celebrations marking the 150th Foundation Day of the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The event, set to take place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marks a significant step in the country’s efforts to strengthen its weather surveillance and climate resilience capabilities.

Mission Mausam focuses on enhancing atmospheric observations with next-generation radars, satellites, and high-performance computers, while improving the understanding of weather and climate processes. The mission will also provide critical air quality data to aid long-term weather management and intervention strategies.

In addition to launching Mission Mausam, PM Modi will unveil the IMD Vision-2047 document, which outlines a roadmap for weather resilience and climate change adaptation. The plan highlights advancements in weather forecasting, climate change mitigation, and weather management strategies.

Approved by the Union Cabinet in September 2024, Mission Mausam comes with a budget of Rs 2,000 crore over two years. The project will primarily be implemented by the India Meteorological Department, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, and the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting.

The mission is expected to benefit a wide array of sectors, including agriculture, disaster management, defence, aviation, energy, and health. Additionally, it will support data-driven decision-making in urban planning, transport, and environmental monitoring.

To commemorate IMD’s 150 years of service, a series of events, workshops, and activities have been organized, celebrating the department’s role in making India more climate-resilient and showcasing its contributions to weather and climate services.

(With IANS inputs)