Weather forecasts at panchayat level

Context:

The government launched a significant initiative today to provide weather forecasts at the Gram Panchayat level in New Delhi.

This move aims to empower rural communities, particularly farmers and villagers, by enhancing their ability to prepare for weather-related challenges.

Through the use of platforms like e-GramSwaraj, the Meri Panchayat app, and Gram Manchitra, local communities will receive timely and accurate weather updates, improving disaster preparedness and agricultural planning.

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Point-to-point summary of the initiative:

1. Launch of Weather Forecast at Gram Panchayat Level: The government introduced a weather forecasting service at the Gram Panchayat level in New Delhi to help rural communities.
2. Objective: The initiative aims to empower rural areas, improve disaster preparedness, and benefit farmers and villagers.
3. Platforms for Weather Updates: Weather forecasts will be delivered through e-GramSwaraj, the Meri Panchayat app, and Gram Manchitra.
4. Key Ministries Involved: The Panchayati Raj Ministry, Earth Sciences Ministry, and India Meteorological Department (IMD) are behind the initiative.
5. Statement by Panchayati Raj Minister: Rajiv Ranjan Singh emphasized that the initiative will be a major contributor to the country’s economy.
6. Advancements in Weather Forecasting: Minister of Earth Sciences, Jitendra Singh, noted a 40% increase in weather forecasting accuracy over the last 10 years, aided by space technology.
7. Mission Mausam Funding: ₹2000 crore has been allocated for the Mission Mausam project to further improve weather forecasting capabilities.