On May 26, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) launched a game-changer in weather tech: the Bharat Forecast System (BFS).
And the best part? You don’t need a science degree to experience it you just need Sachet, the app that brings these powerful forecasts straight to your phone.
Gone are the days of vague or delayed weather predictions. With BFS, India now steps confidently onto the global stage of high-resolution, real-time forecasting.
What’s New with BFS?
India’s new BFS system isn't just an upgrade it's a leap forward:
Sharper Forecasts
- From 12x12 km → Now just 6x6 km resolution
- Get weather updates specific to your locality, not just your district.
Faster Updates
- Forecast calculations speed up from 10 hours → to just 4 hours
- Get closer to real-time predictions.
Higher Accuracy
More reliable for everything from sudden storms to gentle showers. Whether you’re planning a wedding or running a farm, BFS is built to help you make informed decisions.
Powered by Arka Supercomputer
The massive computing brain behind it all ensures global-scale forecasting, with Indian precision.
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→ Arka and Arunika: Power, Precision, and Prediction
Sachet: Your Gateway to India’s Most Advanced Forecast
All this weather tech means nothing if it doesn’t reach the people. That’s where Sachet steps in.
This official app by the Government of India gives you:
- Hyper-local forecasts powered by BFS
- Early warnings for severe weather events
- Clean, easy-to-use interface in multiple Indian languages
- Push notifications for alerts in your region
Whether you're a student, a traveler, or a farmer Sachet puts national-scale innovation in your pocket.
India vs the World: We’re in the Game
While countries like the US and UK use ultra-high-res models (1.5–3 km), those only cover specific regions.
India’s BFS covers the entire country something few nations have achieved.
Why This Matters
- Farmers can plan sowing & harvesting better.
- Cities can prep for heatwaves, rainfall, or floods.
- Airlines and logistics get better planning tools.
- Disaster preparedness improves across the board.