Reining the Rains

Photo: Prasad

Abstract: Models based on the ensemble multiple linear regression and projection pursuit regression techniques are being used presently to forecast the Indian southwest monsoon rains.

Inputs: M. Rajeevan and others, (2006), ’New Statistical Models for Long Range Forecasting of South West Monsoon Rainfall over India), Climate Dynamics; Agromet Advisory weekly Bulletins issued by National Agrometeorological Advisory Service Centre, Pune; IMD website: www.imdagrimet.org; Dr. Akhilesh Gupta, (2006), ‘Dancing with the Monsoon’ Vol. 6, No. 5&6, G&Y.