Science TechnologyFriday, 17 April 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/17-april-2026-daily-current-affairs
Andhra Pradesh and NRSC sign MoU to map lightning-prone areas and improve warnings
On 15 April 2026, Andhra Pradesh signed an MoU with NRSC to identify lightning-prone areas, strengthen early warnings and reduce fatalities.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 15 April 2026, the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority signed an MoU with the National Remote Sensing Centre at the APSDMA office to reduce lightning-related deaths, especially in rural areas.
Key specifics
- The signatories were Prakhar Jain of APSDMA and Dr. Aparna of NRSC.
- The plan includes identification of lightning-prone areas and detailed risk assessments.
- NRSC scientists and APSDMA officials will work together on early warning systems and prevention strategies.
- The agreement focuses on rural areas, which are identified as the most vulnerable to lightning strikes.
- NRSC is an ISRO centre headquartered in Hyderabad and became a full-fledged ISRO centre in 2008.
Exam lens
Disaster management and space applications question, APSDMA, NRSC, ISRO, Hyderabad, 15 April 2026 — TNPSC may ask the full form of NRSC, its parent organisation and the purpose of the MoU.