IMD Tableau to Premiere at R-Day Parade, Celebrating 150 Years of Service
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Synopsis
A tableau from the IMD will debut at the Republic Day parade, celebrating its 150 years of service since 1875. This display highlights the department's achievements in weather forecasting and disaster management.
Key Takeaways
- IMD's tableau commemorates 150 years of service.
- Showcases advancements in weather prediction.
- Focus on disaster management and societal well-being.
- Highlights the impact of Mission Mausam.
- Demonstrates the role of weather alerts in agriculture.
New Delhi, Jan 23 (NationPress) A tableau from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is set to make its inaugural appearance at this year’s Republic Day parade, commemorating 150 years of dedicated service since the department's founding in 1875.
The IMD, operating under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, will present its notable achievements in weather forecasting and its crucial role in disaster management and the well-being of society.
“Through Mission Mausam, initiated by PM Modi, we aim to empower the populace by enhancing awareness and significantly reducing the fatalities and impacts caused by adverse climatic events,” stated Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the IMD.
He added that the concept for the tableau was developed last year. The display will underscore IMD’s progress in enhancing weather prediction capabilities and the transformative changes it has undergone over the years.
Mohapatra highlighted IMD’s global recognition in weather forecasting and its effectiveness in minimizing casualties due to natural calamities.
“The advancements IMD is achieving in weather prediction will contribute to Vision 2047 of a developed India,” he remarked.
The tableau signifies IMD’s 150-year legacy under the Ministry of Earth Sciences in promoting societal and meteorological progress. The front of the tableau illustrates cyclone awareness initiatives, particularly showcasing Cyclone Dana, which emphasizes the zero-casualty goal attained through timely warnings.
The central part highlights farmer outreach programs, demonstrating how mobile weather alerts have transformed agriculture, enhanced crop management, and bolstered livelihoods.
The rear segment of the tableau focuses on the ministry's influence on four vital communities: Fisherwomen, who steer clear of treacherous waters due to timely alerts; pilots, who depend on updated weather data for safe aviation; mothers, who shield their children from extreme weather in rural areas; and scientists, who investigate climate change to better protect the planet.
The tableau includes live figures and weather-related tools, symbolizing the ministry’s dedication to gathering and analyzing meteorological data.
This display captures the Ministry of Earth Sciences’ essential role in preserving lives, empowering communities, and enhancing resilience through precise and prompt weather services, driven by innovation and a focus on humanity.
