​​​​World Meteorological Organisation (WMO)

Commemorated through Meghayan-25 Symposium by the Indian Navy

To mark the formation of the World Meteorological Organisation and observe WMO Day 2025, the Indian Navy hosted the Meghayan-25 Symposium, celebrating advancements in meteorological sciences and global cooperation.

About the WMO

1. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) was officially established on 23rd March 1950.
2. It functions as a specialized agency under the United Nations.
3. WMO comprises 193 Member States and Territories, with India as an active member.
4. Its core mission is to facilitate global cooperation in the fields of meteorology, climatology, operational hydrology, and related geophysical sciences.
5. The organization helps improve the quality of life and resilience of societies through early warning systems, climate services, and environmental monitoring.
6. WMO plays a key role in climate awareness by releasing the “State of the Global Climate” report, which highlights pressing environmental trends.
7. The headquarters of WMO is located in Geneva, Switzerland, serving as the nerve center for its global initiatives.