Minister of State for Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh has emphasized the need to transform India’s scientific achievements into accessible and compelling narratives for the general public. Chairing the Second General Body Meeting of the Earth System Sciences Council in New Delhi yesterday, Dr. Singh called for greater citizen-centric science communication. The Minister stressed that scientific breakthroughs, technological innovations and research outcomes must be conveyed in simple language that enables ordinary citizens to appreciate their relevance and national significance.

Reviewing the progress of the Deep Ocean Mission, Dr. Singh was apprised of major advances in India’s human deep-sea exploration program, including the development of MATSYA-6000, the country’s six thousand-meter-depth-rated human submersible. During the meeting, Dr. Singh reviewed scientific advances under Mission Mausam and the PRITHVI program, including developments in the Bharat Forecasting System, advanced numerical weather prediction and atmospheric observation networks.