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NCS Code: NCO-2015 / 2112.0100
A Meteorologist studies the atmosphere to understand weather patterns, climate systems, air quality, and atmospheric behaviour. They use data from satellites, weather stations, radars, and radiosondes, along with mathematical and physical models, to produce forecasts, issue warnings, and support decision-making in aviation, agriculture, disaster management, and defence.
Atmospheric Science Fundamentals
Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP)
Remote Sensing and Data Analysis
Climate Analysis and Modelling
Disaster Meteorology and Warning Communication
Technical Report Writing and Presentation
Dr. Sarat Chandra Sahu is a distinguished meteorologist and climate scientist from Odisha, known for his work at the India Meteorological Department. After earning BSc and MSc degrees in Physics from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, he joined IMD as a Scientist and became a leading expert in tropical cyclone forecasting and monsoon variability over the Bay of Bengal. He has contributed to extended-range prediction systems, published in international journals, and shown how students from Odisha can reach top levels of meteorological research.
A meteorologist can start an independent weather and climate services practice, offering private weather advisory, forecasting, and analysis to the agriculture, energy, and transportation sectors. They can provide aviation weather consultancy, climate risk and environmental impact consulting for insurance and infrastructure planning, or develop specialised weather data products and modelling services for startups and industry clients. Success depends on strong forecasting skills and data credibility
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