Mrutyunjay Mohapatra

Mrutyunjay Mohapatra

scientist India

Mrutyunjay Mohapatra is the chief of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), known for his expertise in climatology and weather forecasting. He has played a crucial role in providing timely weather updates and warnings, especially during extreme weather events. Recently, he was in the news for announcing that India is expected to face an unusually hot summer, with heatwave days anticipated to double in several states from April to June, highlighting the growing concerns regarding climate change and its impact on public health.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
1,446,848
Power
5,033$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 2 7.00 0.07% +10% 67,886,011 52,904 $2,700,000 2,104$
India 2 7.00 0.10% +0% 1,380,004,385 1,393,944 $2,900,000 2,929$
Totals 4 1,447,890,396 1,446,848 $5,600,000 5,033$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the IMD chief, predicted above-normal rainfall for India this monsoon season. 8

The Times of India: India to experience above-normal rainfall this monsoon, says IMD | India News

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the IMD chief, warned that most parts of India would experience an intense heatwave this summer. 7

BBC: It's only early April and north India is bracing for extreme heat

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, chief of the India Meteorological Department, said several states would experience more heatwave days than usual this year. 7

BBC: Weather department warns of intense heatwave this summer

India India: IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra stated that most parts of the country will witness above-normal maximum temperatures. 6

The Times of India: India braces for intense summer: Heatwave days to double in several states, says IMD | India News