Cyclone prediction successful, but challenges remain

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The cyclone Phailin, says the Secretary, behaved well as it did not deviate from its predicted track, but many tropical cyclones veer north or south. He thus cites the need for continuous validation of forecasts to enable course correction of tropical cyclones, if required.

Abstract: Shailesh Nayak the Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, interacted with Sulagna Chattopadhay from within the precincts of his minimalistic office, providing an excellent overview of India’s achievements in cyclone prediction and imminent development in the sector.