Suresh Gopi discusses use of space tech-based inputs for analysing flood risk associated with dams
Bengaluru (PTI): Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi has held discussions with ISRO regarding the use of space technology-based inputs for analysing the flood risk associated with the Mullaperiyar and Idukki dams in Kerala.
The MP from Kerala, who is also the Minister of State for Tourism, on Tuesday met ISRO Chairman Somanath S at Antariksh Bhawan here, the space agency said.
In light of increasing incidents of extreme weather events across the country, the Minister expressed the view that there is an urgent need to evaluate the worst-case flood scenario linked to these dams, it said.
According to ISRO, Somanath assured ISRO’s support in making space-based inputs, such as high-resolution terrain data, available to researchers engaged in flood modeling to assess probable inundation and identify potential rehabilitation areas.
He also suggested developing a prototype solution integrating flood risk with rescue and rehabilitation planning, along with satellite communication capabilities, it said, adding, capacity building on the role of space-based support for disaster management was also suggested.
Gopi stressed the need to study the extent and nature of siltation in the dams and evaluate the possible utilisation of the sludge to support local industries.
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4 held for sexually assaulting woman, girl on moving bus after social media alert in UP's Agra
Agra (UP) (PTI): Four people were arrested, after a prompt response by police following a social media alert, for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman and a girl inside a moving bus here, officials said on Tuesday.
According to an official police statement, at 12:27 am on April 27, information was received on the social media platform X about an incident of sexual assault on a bus travelling from Kanpur to Ahmedabad, which was approaching Namner crossing in Agra.
Acting under the direction of Police Commissioner Deepak Kumar, the Agra Police social media team immediately alerted the Rakabganj police station within minutes and coordinated with the victims to confirm the incident and obtain the exact location, it stated.
Police teams launched intensive checking at Namner crossing and intercepted the bus as it reached the spot. The four accused involved in the incident were apprehended on the spot, and legal action was initiated against them, the statement said.
The police said the swift response and coordination between the social media team and field units ensured timely action, bringing relief to the victims and other passengers, who expressed gratitude towards the police, it added.
