“PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) scheme

• The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the “Prithvi Vigyan (Prithvi)” scheme.

ABOUT PRITHVI VIGYAN (PRITHVI) SCHEME

• It is a comprehensive initiative of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
• With an investment of Rs 4,797 crore earmarked for the period from 2021 to 2026, this scheme is set to revolutionise India’s approach to earth science research and application.
• The Prithvi scheme integrates five existing sub-schemes:
  • Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS),
    • For Research and Development (R&D) of dynamical models and providing the forecast services.
  • Ocean Services, Modelling Application, Resources and Technology (O-SMART),
    • For technology development for oceanic applications, services including forecast and advisories and R&D activities in the marine and coastal environment.
  • Polar Science and Cryosphere Research (PACER),
    • Consisting the Antarctic program, Indian Arctic program, Southern Ocean program and Cryosphere and Climate program.
  • Seismology and Geosciences (SAGE),
    • 6 activities including Seismological monitoring and microzonation, and Setting up a facility for geochronology; and
  • Research, Education, Training and Outreach (REACHOUT)
    • to advance research, education, and training in the realm of Earth Sciences.
  • Objectives
    • Augmentation and sustenance of long-term observations of the atmosphere, ocean, geosphere, cryosphere and solid earth to record the vital signs of the Earth System and change.
    • The development of modelling systems for understanding and predicting the weather.
    • To promote exploration of polar and high seas regions of Earth.
    • To promote developing technology to explore harnessing oceanic resources for societal applications.