WhatsApp weather alerts for people in Telangana villages under IMD’s Mission Mausam
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is launching a WhatsApp-based weather alert system for villages in Telangana under the 'Mission Mausam' initiative. This project aims to provide real-time forecasts and agricultural advisories directly to local panchayat officials to improve disaster preparedness.
Why it matters
It demonstrates the use of digital infrastructure to bridge the gap between scientific forecasting and rural agricultural communities.
Weather forecasts and alerts could soon arrive on WhatsApp for residents of villages across Telangana as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is rolling out a panchayat-level dissemination system under the Mission Mausam initiative, according to information shared during question hour in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday (July 22, 2026).
The initiative will enable automated delivery of weather forecasts and agrometeorological advisories to Panchayat members, Ward members and Panchayat Secretaries through WhatsApp, allowing critical information on heavy rain, heatwaves, lightning and other weather events to reach villages faster. The alerts will be routed through the newly developed Panchayat Mausam Seva Portal, which has been integrated with digital governance platforms such as e-GramSwaraj, Meri Panchayat App, e-Manchitra and Mausamgram.
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