Ministry of Earth Sciences Marks 20th Foundation Day: Advancing India’s Scientific Frontiers
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On its 20th Foundation Day, the Ministry of Earth Sciences launched new digital platforms and scientific initiatives to bolster weather forecasting, disaster management, and marine research.
On July 27, 2026, the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) commemorated its 20th Foundation Day, marking two decades of significant contributions to earth system sciences. Since its inception in 2006, the Ministry has been the nodal agency for providing services related to weather, climate, ocean, and coastal states, as well as seismology and natural hazards.
To mark this milestone, the Ministry unveiled a suite of new scientific initiatives and digital platforms. These developments are strategically aligned with India’s broader goals of enhancing disaster preparedness and climate resilience. By integrating advanced computational models and real-time data analytics, these new platforms aim to improve the accuracy of weather forecasts—a critical requirement for a country with a diverse climate and a large agrarian population. Furthermore, these initiatives are designed to complement the ongoing Deep Ocean Mission, which seeks to explore the vast mineral resources of the Indian Ocean and develop technologies for sustainable marine resource utilization.
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