Context:

The Ministry of Jal Shakti recently launched Version 2.0 of the ‘FloodWatch India’ mobile app, enhancing public access to vital flood information across the country. 

More in the News:

• This upgraded application developed by the Central Water Commission (CWC) provides real-time flood forecasts of up to 7 days and reservoir data to help mitigate the impact of flooding.

About the FloodWatch India 2.0 application

Advance Features: 

• The app now offers flood forecasts from 592 monitoring stations, significantly increasing from the previous 200 stations.Users can access information on the storage positions of 150 major reservoirs, aiding in understanding potential flood risks downstream.

Technological Advancements and User Accessibility:

The app employs satellite data analysis, mathematical modeling, and real-time monitoring to deliver accurate flood forecasts.The app is available for download on both Android and iOS platforms.Available inEnglish and Hindi, the app features both readable and audio formats, ensuring accessibility for all users.Objective and Impact

• The updated software seeks to provide a thorough flood overview, assisting users in monitoring local reservoir and flood conditions. 
• The app improves flood monitoring capabilities and helps with improved preparedness and response efforts by adding more monitoring stations and integrating reservoir data.

About the Central Water Commission (CWC)

It is India's leading technical body for water resources management, operating under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Its key roles include:

• Water resources planning
• Flood control
• Irrigation support
• Hydropower development
• Inland navigation
• Drinking water supply
• Hydrological data collection and analysis