INCOIS' Ocean Data Services Enhance Coastal Safety and Fishing Activities
The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, provides extensive ocean-based early warning and advisory services across coastal states and UTs of India, significantly aiding over 8 lakh coastal stakeholders. These efforts include the dissemination of Potential Fishing Zone advisories, real-time hazard alerts via various communication channels, and outreach programs to enhance community preparedness and safety. The multilingual SAMUDRA mobile app offers a central platform for ocean data and safety advisories, supporting coastal livelihoods and safety measures.
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