atmospheric moisture
Delhi's First Cloud Seeding Trial: Combating Air Pollution Through Artificial Rainfall Technology
Oct 28, 2025 02:53 am CST
Delhi government prepares for its first cloud seeding trial to combat winter air pollution, pending favorable weather conditions. The IIT Kanpur-led project, costing Rs 3.21 crore, aims to induce artificial rainfall through silver iodide and sodium chloride compounds, with multiple government agencies providing necessary clearances for implementation.
Inside Delhi's Cloud Seeding Initiative: How Artificial Rain Could Combat Severe Air Pollution
Oct 24, 2025 06:27 pm CST
Delhi prepares for its first artificial rainfall on October 29 to combat dangerous post-Diwali air pollution. Following a successful trial using silver iodide and sodium chloride, this weather modification technique builds on previous research conducted in 2018 by the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Despite delays due to unfavorable conditions, the Rs 3.21 crore project aims to provide much-needed relief from Delhi's deteriorating air quality.