Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Announces Regional Meteorological Centre in Jammu
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Centennial Recognition for Srinagar Meteorology Centre |
| Key Announcement | Establishment of Regional Meteorological Centre in Jammu |
| Announced By | Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister |
| Purpose of the Centre | Enhance weather forecasting and disaster preparedness in Jammu & Kashmir |
| Recognition of Srinagar Centre | Designated as Centennial Centre by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) |
| Technological Advancements | Double the number of AWS and installation of X-band Radars in key locations |
| Mission Mausam | ₹2,000 crore initiative to make India weather-ready and climate-smart |
| MoUs with Institutions | Collaborations with University of Jammu, SKUAST, and Islamic University |
| IMD Services | Real-time alerts via SMS/WhatsApp, agricultural advisories, and aviation updates |