| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Cloud Seeding Technology enhanced with drones and AI to trigger artificial rain in Ramgarh Dam, Jaipur, Rajasthan. |
| Location | Ramgarh Dam, Jaipur, Rajasthan |
| Objective | Revive the 129-year-old reservoir, provide drinking water to Jaipur, preserve biodiversity and environment. |
| Technology | Taiwan-made drones and AI for cloud seeding using sodium chloride as condensation nuclei. |
| Key Participants | GenX AI, Rajasthan Government, Agriculture Minister Kirodi Lal Meena, MLA Mahendra Pal Meena. |
| Historical Significance | - Foundation laid: 30 December 1897 by Maharaja Madho Singh II.<br>- Construction completed: 1903.<br>- Hosted 1931 drinking water scheme and 1982 Asian Games sailing competition. |
| Multi-Department Coordination | Agriculture, Meteorology, Water Resources, Pollution Control Board, DGCA (drone permission). |
| Previous Attempts | Unsuccessful cloud seeding at Ghosunda Dam, Chittorgarh. |
| Historical Cloud Seeding in India | - 1951: First attempt over the Western Ghats.<br>- 1957-1966: Increased rainfall by 20%.<br>- 1973-1986: Led to 24% increase in rainfall over Baramati. |
| Significance | - Uses modern drones and AI.<br>- Aims to revive Ramgarh Dam.<br>- Demonstrates India's weather modification technology for climate resilience. |
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