Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, the Director General of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), has been elected as the Third Vice-President of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). This prestigious position within the WMO, the United Nation’s authoritative voice on weather, climate, and water, is a testament to Mohapatra’s expertise and contributions to the field. In an announcement on Thursday, the WMO congratulated Mrutyunjay Mohapatra on his election, highlighting his role as the director of the Indian Meteorological Department. He secured an impressive 113 votes out of a total of 148 cast in the election. Eoin Moran, the Director of Met Éireann from Ireland, and Daouda Konate, the Director of Meteorology of Cote d’Ivoire, were also elected as Vice-Presidents of the WMO.

Hailing from Odisha, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra has been leading India’s premier weather office since 2019. His election to this influential position further establishes his reputation as a respected figure in the meteorological community. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Mohapatra is poised to make significant contributions to the WMO’s initiatives and enhance international cooperation in weather and climate-related matters. Overall, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra’s appointment as the Third Vice-President of the WMO represents a remarkable achievement for both himself and the meteorological community in India.