IMD to Commission X-Band Doppler Weather Radar in Wayanad by December 2026
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) plans to commission an X-band Doppler Weather Radar in Pulpally, Wayanad, by December 2026 to enhance weather monitoring and provide timely warnings for extreme events like heavy rainfall and landslides. The radar, covering a 100 km radius, will be operated by trained IMD personnel. The project, supported by Pazhassi Raja College and the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, aims to improve disaster preparedness in the landslide-prone district following deadly incidents in 2024 and 2026.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 46/100.
Outlets measured: indianexpress, news18, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 6 Aug, 12:46 pm. Other outlets followed.