IMD to Install 4 Additional Radars Under ‘Mission Mausam’ in J&K – Alfaaz – The Words

New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh informed that Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to install 4 additional radars under Mission Mausam in J&K for more accurate weather forecasts and early warnings with 3 radars already operational.

The Minister also directed the Ministry of Earth Sciences and IMD In particular to come out with dedicated district wise forecasts for the weather affected regions in North India such as Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab.

The Minister directed Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences Dr. M. Ravichandran and DG, IMD Dr. M. Mohapatra was also present in the meeting to maintain round-the-clock monitoring of weather patterns and provide timely forecasts to minimize losses through early warning and better preparedness.

Dr Jitendra Singh gave these instructions on Thursday while convening a high-level review meeting with the Div. commissioner of Jammu and DC’s of Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Kathua and Udhampur districts of Jammu & Kashmir via video conference to take stock of the relief and rehabilitation measures being undertaken in the wake of unprecedented rainfall, cloudbursts and flash floods in the region.

Dr. Jitendra Singh lauded the relentless efforts of the district administrations, which, despite challenging weather conditions, have worked round-the-clock to save lives and ensure timely supply of rations, medicines and shelter to the affected families.

The Minister, who is also the Lok Sabha MP from Udhampur constituency, emphasized that special focus has been laid on ensuring potable drinking water through supply of water filters and essential medical kits to prevent any outbreak of water-borne diseases. He also informed that two additional consignments of ration kits, and state of art water filters would made available by tomorrow, food packets and essential medicines are being dispatched from his own MP funds, in addition to the Government relief measures, so that no family feels unattended in this hour of crisis.

Dr. Jitendra Singh, assured that no effort will be spared to provide relief and rehabilitation to the affected people of all five districts. He said that the Centre and State are working hand in hand, and local administrations deserve appreciation for their courage and commitment in the face of adversity.

Dr. Jitendra Singh referred to the efforts of civil society and local bikers, who often act as first responders in times of need, calling them heroes. He highlighted this as an example of a whole-of-society and whole-of-government approach.