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India Meteorological Department (IMD)
New Delhi, Delhi
About
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the premier agency of the Government of India for meteorological observations, weather forecasting, and seismology. Established in 1875, IMD provides crucial weather and climate services across various sectors including agriculture, aviation, shipping, and disaster management. It plays a vital role in issuing timely warnings for severe weather phenomena such as tropical cyclones, heavy rains, and heatwaves, significantly contributing to public safety and economic development. IMD conducts extensive research in meteorology and allied disciplines, continuously advancing its forecasting capabilities through state-of-the-art technology and indigenous development. The department operates a vast network of observatories across India and Antarctica and is recognized as one of the six Regional Specialised Meteorological Centres by the World Meteorological Organization, with responsibility for tropical cyclone warnings in the Northern Indian Ocean. IMD is committed to making India a 'Weather-ready and Climate-smart' nation, leveraging advanced infrastructure like a growing network of Doppler Weather Radars and dedicated weather satellites. The department also offers specialized training programs in operational meteorology, and extends learning opportunities to young students through initiatives like the National Meteorological Olympiad, aimed at fostering early interest in weather science and climate awareness.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Weather Forecasting Services (Short, Medium, Extended Range)
- Monsoon Monitoring and Prediction
- Tropical Cyclone Warning Services (as RSMC New Delhi)
- Agricultural Meteorological Advisory Services (Agromet)
- Aviation Weather Services (for National & International sectors)
- Urban Meteorological Services
- Climate Monitoring and Research
- Seismological Observations and Earthquake Monitoring
- Hydrometeorological Services and Flood Forecasting
- Mission Mausam (Weather-ready and Climate-smart Nation initiative)
- Public Observation (Crowdsourcing weather feedback)
- Mausamgram (Hyper-localized weather forecasts)
- Impact Based Forecasting (IBF) and Risk-based Warning
Achievements
- Established on January 15, 1875, making it one of the oldest scientific institutions in India with a legacy of 150 years of service.
- Significantly reduced cyclone-related deaths from 10,000 in 1999 to near zero between 2020 and 2024 due to accurate warnings and improved disaster preparedness.
- Improved weather forecasting accuracy by 40% in 2023 compared to 2014, demonstrating continuous technological and scientific advancements.
- Expanded Doppler Weather Radar network from 15 in 2014 to 39 by 2023, increasing land area coverage by 35% for enhanced weather surveillance.
- Pioneered indigenous RADAR development since 1958 and integrated Indian Satellite products in collaboration with ISRO since 1983, fostering self-reliance in meteorological technology.
- Developed and implemented the Decision Support System (DSS) for disaster management, integrating real-time data for actionable insights during critical events.
- Plays a crucial role as one of the six Regional Specialized Meteorological Centres (RSMCs) of the WMO for tropical cyclones in the Northern Indian Ocean, providing advisories to 13 WMO/ESCAP panel member countries.
- Launched 'Mission Mausam' to transform India into a 'Weather-ready and Climate-smart' nation.
- Director General of Meteorology, Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, received the Outstanding Service Award, 2025, from the American Meteorological Society (AMS) for enhancing tropical cyclone prediction and warning systems in the Indian Ocean region.
Opportunities from India Meteorological Department (IMD)
National Meteorological Olympiad by India Meteorological Department (IMD)
by India Meteorological Department (IMD)
The National Meteorological Olympiad is a nationwide online quiz by IMD for students of classes 8, 9, and 11. It aims to spark interest in weather and climate science, offering exciting cash prizes and an exclusive workshop at IMD headquarters in New Delhi.
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