Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Inaugurates India’s First Open-Air Art Wall Museum.

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In February 2025, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) inaugurated India’s first Open-Air Art Wall Museum at Mausam Bhawan, New Delhi, Delhi.


      - This initiative marks the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), New Delhi, honoring its contributions to weather science.

      - The project, developed by IMD and Delhi Street Art, has transformed the walls of IMD’s headquarters on Lodhi Road, New Delhi into a vibrant display.

      - This initiative is a first-of-its-kind effort, celebrating IMD's legacy and contributions through public art.

Main Point :-   (i) A total of 38 murals showcase key moments in weather forecasting, meteorological advancements, and their impact on society.

      (iii) The murals depict significant weather events in India's history, advancements in meteorological technology like satellites and radars, and highlight IMD's role in disaster management, agriculture, daily life, and its efforts in issuing early warnings for cyclones, monsoons, and extreme weather conditions.

(iii) Delhi Street Art was founded by Late Yogesh Saini.

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