Government all geared up for monsoon this year

Despite predictions of an above normal monsoon so far, Agriculture Ministry has been asked to take care of any situation if rains remain deficient, Minister of Science & Technology Y S Chowdary said today.

"Government is ready with contingency plan in some states. We have already informed the Agriculture Ministry to take care (of that). And by and large is it very positive now," Chowdary said on the sidelines of an event organised by Yes Bank promoted Yes Institute that works towards attracting funds for social innovation. "Monsoon definitely not only revived but it is very encouraging. In few pockets, there may have some issues but across the country it is going to be very good,” he added.

Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted deficient rains for the June-September season this year.

However, private firm Skymet has predicted an above normal monsoon.

Chowdary said the Ministry has many areas under its ambit, including power saving, solar, structural design, green energy and landscape.

"In the Ministry, we have many areas, power saving, solar, structural design, all these areas are very crucial. We can participate in many areas from green energy to landscape. Our Ministry has a very broad spectrum,” he said.

The Minister also said that the government is thinking of connecting with various countries on a collaborative working model to work towards these goals.

He said the government wants to focus on green energy.
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