The recent inclusion of the Indian Meteorological Department’s (IMD) weather services on the Umang Mobile App by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is a significant development. This partnership aims at providing users with accurate and timely weather forecasts to help them plan their activities while ensuring safety and security from extreme weather events.
IMD Services on Umang App: Features and Benefits
Users can now access the IMD weather services via the Umang App to get a detailed forecast of their city. The app will provide information for the following seven weather related services: current weather, rainfall information, warnings, cyclones, and more. Key information such as temperature, humidity, sunrise, sunset timings, among others, will also be provided.
With the ability to predict 7-day forecasts, as well as information on the past 24 hours, this digitised initiative will be beneficial in planning and making informed decisions. It can be particularly useful for farmers who can get timely updates about the weather conditions, helping them take precautions accordingly. Ultimately, this service proves to be significant in preventing loss of lives, property and livelihood caused by severe weather conditions.
Understanding the Umang App
The Umang App provides a consolidated platform for all Indian citizens to access e-Government services that range from central to local government bodies and other citizen-centric services. Launched in 2017 as part of the Digital India initiative under the MeitY, the app is multi-functional; it’s multi-channel, multi-platform, multi-lingual and secure.
Key Features of Umang App
Umang App exhibits seamless integration with popular customer-oriented services like Aadhaar and Digilocker. It puts forth a unified approach enabling users to install one application to avail multiple government services. It can be accessed on various devices – smartphones, tablets and desktops, and across multiple channels like mobile application, web, and SMS. The app also offers a rich multimedia interface focusing on maximizing usability and enriching user experience.
Services Provided by Umang App
The Umang App is a unified platform that provides access to numerous pan India e-Government services. Some of these include filing income tax, availing Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) services, accessing Aadhar, Pension, ePathshala, e-Land Records, Crop Insurance among others. Its wide range of services makes it a comprehensive tool for citizens to interact with the government digitally.
The addition of IMD weather services to the Umang App is a significant move towards enhancing digital literacy and convenience. By providing necessary and timely weather forecasts, it not only aids in individual planning but also ensures safety and security from extreme weather conditions.
