How is the government addressing the issue of lightning and drought mitigation projects

High-level committee approves ₹3,027 crore for projects to mitigate lightning and drought.
The government is addressing the issue of lightning and drought mitigation through various projects, with a high-level committee recently approving ₹3,027 crore for this purpose. Here are some points on how this funding will be utilized:
  • Implementing lightning protection measures in high-risk areas to reduce damage and casualties.
  • Deploying early warning systems and lightning detection technology to alert communities about approaching storms.
  • Promoting water conservation and management techniques to mitigate the impact of drought conditions.
  • Supporting agricultural practices that are resilient to drought and ensuring food security in affected regions.
  • Enhancing research and development efforts to improve forecasting and response strategies for lightning and drought events.
These initiatives aim to enhance community resilience and reduce the socioeconomic impact of lightning and drought incidents.
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