What are the salient features of Mission Mausam launched by the Government of India? Why is such a mission needed? What are the likely challenges in its effective implementation?

ty of monitoring weather in the near future -> 2. Early warning system for cyclones, torrential rain etc. -> 3. Effective disaster preparedness in a region -> 4. Predicting heat waves and severe conditions [Eg: Mitigating risks of prolonged drought]

Such initiatives are needed in a Country to ensure better governance.

1. Enhanced decision making by the government
2. "Whole of government" approach for disaster resilience.
3. Research & development in country for self-reliance.
4. Better management of livestock and planning for near future.

Yet, there are challenges in its effective implementation:

1. Poor research infrastructure such as laboratory etc.
2. Low researchers base -> only 260 per lakh in India, while China has 1602 per lakh
3. Poor funding mechanism.