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Recently, the Minister of Earth Sciences provided information on the ACROSS scheme in Lok Sabha.

About ACROSS Scheme:

• It is a central sector scheme under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) for atmospheric science programs.
  • Aims: To address various aspects related to weather and climate prediction through a comprehensive approach.
• Sub-Schemes:
  • Each of these aspects is incorporated as eight sub-schemes under the umbrella scheme “ACROSS”.
  • Each sub-scheme focuses on a specific aspect of atmospheric science and is implemented by different institutions under MoES.
• Implementing Institutions:
  • India Meteorological Department (IMD)
  • National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF)
  • Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)
  • Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
• Benefits:
  • Improved accuracy and reliability of weather and climate forecasts.
  • Enhanced disaster preparedness and response capabilities.
  • Facilitation of sustainable development through better climate information.
  • Beneficial for various sectors, including agriculture, transportation, and disaster management.

News Source: PIB