Ashoka University and the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve the collaborative research and data sharing in meteorology, environmental studies, and climate sciences. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ashoka University and the India Meteorological Department was signed at Ashoka University’s Safexpress Centre for Data, Learning and Decision Sciences at the 2nd Annual Workshop on AI and ML Methods in Weather and Climate Modelling.
The Ashoka University’s Safexpress Centre for Data has been working for several years, aiming to improve India’s weather forecasting capabilities, particularly in predicting extreme weather conditions such as,
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And the Centre is collaborating with the India Meteorological Department to incorporate new machine learning tools and mathematical methodologies into such activities. Know it from the official dignitaries:-
Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General, IMD, said, “We are delighted to partner with Ashoka University to advance the culture of research and innovation in the domains of meteorology and climate science. This partnership is set to benefit both the institutions, as the university will get IMD’s vast operational expertise and data resources, and we will benefit from Ashoka’s analytical and academic strengths. Together, we can develop better tools, models, and knowledge systems that will benefit society at large.” (Source:- Official Website)
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Key Highlights of the Partnership Between Ashoka University and IMD
The main aim of the partnership between Ashoka University and the India Meteorological Department is to encourage deeper collaboration by simplifying the data sharing for answers to important scientific and social issues, such as,
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The partnership will support a collaborative research project in meteorology, atmospheric physics, climate sciences, and environmental sustainability. This partnership will also promote the study of interdisciplinary topics such as:-
- Impact of Climate Change
- Extreme Weather Events
- Air Quality
- Agro Meteorology
And it will be combined with the IMD’s observational datasets with Ashoka University’s analytical and computational expertise to improve weather and climate forecasting models, monsoon variability, heatwave prediction, climate risk assessment and adaptation strategies, and the impact on agriculture.
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IMD and Ashoka University will work together to plan and provide coursework, such as practical training, lectures, examinations, fieldwork and project guidance, in accordance with Ashoka University’s academic framework. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ashoka University and the India Meteorological Department also includes the organisation of student and researcher internships at IMD to gain hands-on experience in weather monitoring and forecasting.
Somak Raychaudhury, Vice-Chancellor of Ashoka University, said, “Our partnership with IMD represents a significant step in Ashoka’s commitment to interdisciplinary research with societal impact. By leveraging IMD’s extensive data and expertise, we will be able to contribute meaningfully to advancing climate science, improving weather forecasting, and preparing communities to adapt to the challenges of a changing environment.” (Source:- Official Website)
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