'IMD's tech is on a par with developed nations'
The Free Press Journal|June 19, 2024
IMD chief scientist sheds light on how his department predicts and monitors India's weather patterns
Rucha Kanolkar
'IMD's tech is on a par with developed nations'

The chief scientist of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has shed light on the cutting-edge technology employed by his department to predict and monitor India’s diverse weather patterns.

In an interview with The Free Press Journal, Sunil Kamble, explained how the IMD’s regional centre in Mumbai plays a crucial role during the monsoon. The centre is equipped with two Doppler radar that cover a range of 500 kilometres, generating data every 15 minutes. Additionally, 150 automated rainfall stations provide real-time updates every 30 minutes, while satellites share images every 30 minutes. The ‘Mumbai Monsoon Live’ application updates data every six hours, allowing for accurate forecasting.

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