Which of the following organisations in India developed the world’s highest-resolution weather forecasting model in May 2025?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)

Explanation:

• In May 2025, India launched the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS), the world’s highest-resolution weather forecasting model, with a 6 km grid resolution.
• The system was developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), based in Pune.
• It significantly improves the accuracy of short- and medium-range weather forecasts across India.

Information Booster:

• The BFS enhances forecasting for:
• Cyclones
• Heavy rainfall
• Heatwaves
• Air quality
• It helps improve disaster preparedness and agricultural planning through more reliable data.
• The model represents a step forward in indigenously developed climate technology.

Additional Knowledge:

• (a) NCMRWF – Works on medium-range forecasts but not credited with BFS.
• (c) IMD – Implements forecasts, not the primary developer of the BFS model.
• (d) ISRO – Provides satellite data but does not develop weather forecasting models like BFS.