PM Modi Marks 150th IMD Foundation Day, Highlights India’s Meteorological Department Milestones

On the 150th Foundation Day of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the country's advancements in meteorology, highlighting the unprecedented expansion of IMD’s infrastructure over the past decade. He emphasized how modern technologies, including Doppler weather radars, automatic weather stations, and rainfall monitoring systems, have been significantly upgraded. The PM also noted that meteorology in India is benefiting from the country's space and digital technology advancements. He mentioned the establishment of two meteorological observatories in Antarctica—Maitri and Bharati—and the launch of Mission Mausam, aimed at making India a climate-smart nation. Mission Mausam symbolizes India's commitment to sustainability and future preparedness.