Forecasting with Finesse: How AI is Changing India's Weather Game

India is incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into its weather forecasting to improve climate resilience and assist industries such as agriculture and disaster management. The Ministry of Earth Sciences is working with institutions to integrate AI and machine learning in meteorological studies. AI-based models have enhanced short-term precipitation forecasts and are being utilized for agrometeorological advisory services to assist farmers in sowing, irrigation, and harvesting. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is also making weather services available in rural regions through online portals. This project will help in enhancing the accuracy of forecasts and reducing losses caused by natural calamities such as floods and cyclones.

 

Source: Ministry of Earth Sciences, India Meteorological Department.