AI monsoon forecasts sent to 3.8 crore farmers
What happened
- The Agriculture Ministry sent AI-based monsoon forecasts by SMS (m-Kisan) to nearly 3.8 crore farmers in 13 states this year, up to four weeks ahead of rain [PIB].
Background
- It is described as a first-of-its-kind targeted AI forecast for farmers [PIB].
Why it matters
- Early onset forecasts help sowing decisions in rainfed areas.
How to use this in Mains
- As per PIB (2025-09-12): the Agriculture Ministry sent AI-based monsoon forecasts by SMS (m-Kisan) to nearly 3.8 crore farmers in 13 states this year, up to four weeks ahead of rain.
- Early onset forecasts help sowing decisions in rainfed areas.
Quotable data pointThe Agriculture Ministry sent AI-based monsoon forecasts by SMS (m-Kisan) to nearly 3.8 crore farmers in 13 states this year, up to four weeks ahead of rain.
PIB: AI-based weather forecasting for farmers, 12 Sep 2025
Exam angle
UPSC
Prelims: m-Kisan.
Practice MCQs
Original practice questions (not PYQs).
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Farmers reached with AI monsoon forecasts
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
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Official source: PIB: AI-based weather forecasting for farmers, 12 Sep 2025
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