IMD to Enhance Delhi-NCR Weather Forecasting with New Doppler Radars

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) plans to enhance weather forecasting in Delhi-NCR by installing three additional Doppler radars, automatic weather stations, and rain gauges. These advancements aim to improve predictions for heavy rains and have a reliable flood warning system similar to initiatives in other major cities.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is set to significantly upgrade its weather forecasting capabilities in Delhi-NCR with the installation of three new Doppler radars over the next two to three years, IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra announced on Monday.

Mohapatra stated that recent extreme weather conditions, which inundated Delhi last week, underline the importance of enhanced prediction systems. Although not classified as a cloudburst, the rains came close, exposing the forecasting challenges both locally and globally.

The IMD's plan includes setting up additional automatic weather stations and a flood warning model to better prepare the region for such events. This effort mirrors similar projects in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai, aiming to elevate the national capital's weather prediction systems to new heights.

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