{"id":162480,"date":"2024-02-15T15:18:55","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T09:48:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/?p=162480"},"modified":"2024-02-15T15:18:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T09:48:55","slug":"pm-modi-launched-prithvi-vigyan-scheme-worth-nearly-4800-crore-rupees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/pm-modi-launched-prithvi-vigyan-scheme-worth-nearly-4800-crore-rupees\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Modi Launched PRITHVI VIGYAN Scheme worth nearly 4,800 crore rupees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><p class=\"MsoNormal\"><\/p><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Introduction to PRITHVI SchemeThe Indian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister\u00a0<b>Shri Narendra Modi,<\/b>\u00a0has launched an ambitious initiative named\u00a0<b>PRITHVI (PRITHvi VIgyan),<\/b>\u00a0a comprehensive scheme by the\u00a0<b>Ministry of Earth Sciences.<\/b>\u00a0With a significant budget of\u00a0<b>Rs. 4,797<\/b>\u00a0crore, the program spans from 2021-26, marking a new era in the study and understanding of Earth sciences in India.Objectives of PRITHVI SchemeThe PRITHVI scheme aims to revolutionize our understanding and interaction with various Earth systems. Its objectives include:<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><b>Long-Term Observations:<\/b>\u00a0Strengthening the continuous monitoring of the Earth\u2019s atmosphere, oceans, geosphere, cryosphere, and solid earth to track and record essential changes.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><b>Model Development:<\/b>\u00a0Creating advanced models for better forecasting of weather, oceanic, and climatic hazards, and deepening the understanding of climate change.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><b>Polar and Oceanic Exploration:<\/b>\u00a0Venturing into the unexplored polar regions and high seas to discover new phenomena and resources.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><b>Technology Advancement:<\/b>\u00a0Innovating technologies for the sustainable exploitation of oceanic resources, benefiting society.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><b>Knowledge Translation:<\/b>\u00a0Converting scientific insights into practical services for societal, environmental, and economic advantages.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Role of the Ministry of Earth Sciences<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) plays a pivotal role in this initiative, translating scientific knowledge into valuable services for society. These services encompass:<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Weather forecasts and warnings.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Alerts for natural disasters like cyclones, floods, and tsunamis.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Earthquake monitoring and more.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The MoES\u2019s work in this regard has been instrumental in saving lives and reducing property damage during natural disasters.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">Prithiv Scheme: Operational and Research Framework<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The MoES conducts its research and operational activities through ten esteemed institutes, including:<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>India Meteorological Department (IMD)<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF)<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;\ntab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-size:10.0pt;\nmso-bidi-font-size:14.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Wingdings;mso-fareast-font-family:\nWingdings;mso-bidi-font-family:Wingdings\">\u00d8<span style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE)<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">And others These institutes work in tandem, supported by a fleet of research vessels, to conduct ground-breaking research and provide essential services.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">Earth System Sciences: A Multidisciplinary Approach<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">Earth System Sciences encompass the comprehensive study of the Earth\u2019s atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, cryosphere, and biosphere. MoES\u2019s PRITHVI scheme takes a holistic approach to these disciplines, integrating their complex interactions for a deeper understanding of Earth sciences.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The Impact of PRITHVI<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">PRITHVI promises to unify various disciplines under Earth sciences, fostering integrated, multidisciplinary research. This collaborative effort aims to address significant challenges in weather, climate, oceanography, cryospheric studies, seismology, and sustainable resource utilization.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">In conclusion, the PRITHVI scheme represents a significant leap forward in the realm of Earth sciences in India. It not only enhances our understanding of Earth\u2019s complex systems but also ensures that this knowledge is transformed into practical applications for societal benefit. With its comprehensive approach and robust framework, PRITHVI is set to make a lasting impact on how we interact with and understand our planet.<\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\"><o:p>\u00a0<\/o:p><\/p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\"><o:p>\u00a0<\/o:p><\/p> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to PRITHVI SchemeThe Indian government, under the leadership of Prime Minister\u00a0Shri Narendra Modi,\u00a0has launched an ambitious initiative named\u00a0PRITHVI (PRITHvi VIgyan),\u00a0a comprehensive scheme by the\u00a0Ministry of Earth Sciences.\u00a0With a significant budget of\u00a0Rs. 4,797\u00a0crore, the program spans from 2021-26, marking a new era in the study and understanding of Earth sciences in India.Objectives of PRITHVI SchemeThe 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