Tamil Nadu government forms Expert Advisory Committee to monitor, assess El Niño weather phenomenon
The Tamil Nadu government has established an Expert Advisory Committee to monitor the El Niño weather phenomenon and develop mitigation strategies. The committee will focus on climate resilience, drought management, and early warning systems through 2028.
Why it matters
Proactive climate monitoring is critical for regional disaster preparedness and protecting agricultural and urban infrastructure from extreme weather.
The Tamil Nadu government has formed an Expert Advisory Committee to monitor and assess the potential impact of a possible strong El Niño weather phenomenon this year and advise the government on preparedness and mitigation measures.
A Government Order issued to this effect by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department on July 28, 2026 said the Expert Advisory Committee has been constituted to assess the potential impact of the El Niño weather phenomenon on a scientific basis and recommend appropriate precautionary and disaster mitigation measures.
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