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    India Meteorological Department (IMD) - UPSC

    Geography Notes
    India Meteorological Department is a government agency that deals with everything related to meteorology
    and other associated fields of study. In the IAS exam, a decent knowledge about these bodies would help in
    writing good, substantiated answers, thereby fetching more marks.

    Aspirants should be aware of important governmental organisations and bodies as questions can be asked in
    the UPSC prelims exam about their functions, mandate, etc. India Meteorological Department (IMD) is a part
    of the Geography segment in General Studies paper 1 of the UPSC Syllabus.

    What is Meteorology?

    The branch of science dealing with the atmosphere and its various phenomena, along with weather and weather
    forecasting can be defined as Meteorology. Other subjects related to meteorology are Seismology, Geography,
    Geology, etc.

    Get the complete List of Government Departments in India for UPSC Preparation.

    India Meteorological Department (IMD)


    Formed in 1875, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the national meteorological service of the
    country and it is the chief government agency dealing in everything related to meteorology, seismology and
    associated subjects.

    The administrative responsibilities of the Department are under the supervision of the Ministry of Earth
    Sciences of the Indian Government. The IMD is headquartered in New Delhi.

    IMD Mandate

    The mandate and functions of the IMD is discussed below.

    1. Taking meteorological observations and providing current information and forecasting information for
    the most favourable operation of weather-dependent activities such as irrigation, agriculture, aviation,
    shipping, offshore oil exploration and so on.
    2. Giving warnings against severe weather phenomena such as tropical cyclones, dust storms, heat waves,
    cold waves, heavy rains, heavy snow, etc.
    3. Providing met-related statistics needed for agriculture, industries, water resources management, oil
    exploration, and any other strategically important activities for the country.
    4. Engaging in research in meteorology and allied subjects.
    5. Detection and location of earthquakes and evaluation of seismicity in various parts of the country for
    developmental projects.

    India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Agriculture


    India Meteorological Department (IMD) provides direct services to the farming community.

    • Set up in 1932, the Division of Agricultural Meteorology has its office in Pune.
    • It was established with an objective to minimize the impact of adverse weather on crops.
    • IMD also provides information to take advantage of favourable weather conditions that may result in
    a boost in agricultural yield.

    Services of the Division can be listed as follows:

    • Gramin Krishi Mausam Seva


    • Dissemination of Agromet Advisories
    • Feedback & Awareness of Agromet Service
    • Training Programme to AMFUs (Agro-Meteorological Field Units)

    India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Aviation


    The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the Director-General of Civil Aviation of India
    (DGCA) call for services and data that are crucial to the national and international civil aviation sector.

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) monitors the development of tropical cyclones in its area of
    responsibility and provides advisory information to ICAO, DGCA, Meteorological Watch offices in the
    country and neighbouring countries as well.
    India Meteorological Department (IMD) and Water Issues in the Country
    IMD renders assistance and advice on the meteorological aspects of hydrology, water management and
    multipurpose river valley projects management. These services are utilised by the Central Water Commission,
    Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Water Resources, Railways, Damodar Valley Corporation Flood Control
    Authorities and the State Governments. The Hydromet Division of IMD offers information on various rainfall
    projects through its 'Customised Rainfall Information System (CRIS)', in the form of reports and maps on the
    CRIS portal.

    Read more about the Rainfall In India for UPSC GS Paper 1.

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