India’s 7th Regional Meteorological Centre Inaugurated in Jammu

Respectable Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has launched the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Jammu on 5th of June, 2026. This facility becomes the India’s seventh Regional Meteorological Centre and it serve the Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. This centre is expected to enhance the weather monitoring, provide specialized forecasts for the mountainous regions and improve the early-warning systems for the natural disasters.

India’s Seventh Regional Meteorological Centre Opens in Jammu

Latest Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Jammu marks the major milestone in India’s meteorological infrastructure and it is designed to provide region-specific weather forecasting and climate services for the Himalayan states and the Union Territories.

The centre will function as the key hub for weather observation, forecasting and the disaster preparedness. As this region’s complex geography, ranging from plains to snow-covered mountains this facility will help to improve the forecast accuracy and timely dissemination of weather alerts.

Jammu RMC to Serve Three Strategic Himalayan Regions

The Jammu centre will provides the meteorological services to the,

• Jammu & Kashmir
• Ladakh
• Himachal Pradesh

These regions are frequently experience the extreme weather events such as heavy snowfall, avalanches, cloudbursts, flash floods and landslides. This dedicated centre will allow more localized and customized weather forecasts which suited to the unique needs of these areas.

Advanced Weather Forecasting and Early-Warning Services

The Regional Meteorological Centre will provide the wide range of specialized forecasting services.

Key services includes the,

• District-level weather forecasts
• Mountain weather forecasts
• Tourist weather advisories
• City-specific forecasts
• Flash flood warnings
• Avalanche alerts
• Cloudburst warnings
• Heavy snowfall forecasts
• Thunderstorm alerts
• Landslide warnings

These services will also help the authorities, residents and travelers make informed decisions and to reduce the impact of weather-related disasters.

Major Benefits for Pilgrims, Farmers and Security Forces

The new facility is mainly expected to benefit the multiple sectors which are heavily rely on to the accurate weather information.

Pilgrims who are travelling to the Amarnath Cave Shrine and Vaishno Devi will receive the timely weather updates and safety advisories. Farmers will also gain access to the improved agro-meteorological services that can help in to the crop planning and risk reduction.

The centre will also support the,

• Disaster management agencies
• Hydropower projects
• Tourism operators
• Transport services
• Armed forces and security personnel operating in to the high-altitude areas

Accurate weather forecasts will also improve the operational efficiency and safety across these sectors.

Expansion of Doppler Weather Radar Network

Dr. Jitendra Singh has highlighted that the remarkable expansion of weather monitoring infrastructure in the region over the last decade.

In the year 2014, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh had no Doppler Weather Radar. Today total four Doppler Weather Radars are operational at the,

• Jammu
• Srinagar
• Leh
• Banihal Top

Under the Government’s Mission Mausam initiative five additional Doppler Weather Radars have been proposed for the,

• Anantnag
• Rajouri
• Baramulla
• Kishtwar
• Doda

These installations will further improve the weather observation and forecasting capabilities.

Srinagar Observatory Receives The Global Recognition

Srinagar Meteorological Observatory has earned the international recognition from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).  This observatory which has been functioning for more than 100 years and it is designated as a Centennial Observing Station.

This recognition highlights the its invaluable contribution to the weather observation and climate science in the Himalayan region.

The historic Srinagar Meteorological Observatory has earned international recognition from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

What is a Regional Meteorological Centre?

A Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) is the major forecasting and weather-monitoring hub under the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Functions of RMCs

• Weather forecasting
• Disaster early-warning services
• Climate monitoring
• Aviation meteorology
• Agro-meteorological advisories
• Hydrological forecasting
• Public weather services

Parent Organization

• India Meteorological Department (IMD)

Ministry

• Ministry of Earth Sciences

Mission Mausam

Mission Mausam is the flagship initiative of the Government of India which aimed at to modernizing the weather forecasting systems through advanced technologies, expanded radar networks and improved weather observation infrastructure.