Ingen Technologies has announced its selection as the WINDS Implementation Partner (WIP) by Kerala’s Department of Agriculture Development and Farmers’ Welfare. The collaboration aimed to revolutionise weather monitoring in the State and significantly strengthen agricultural resilience through advanced weather data collection systems.
As part of the initiative, WRMS Global, through its subsidiary Ingen Technologies, will deploy approximately 950 Weather IoT Systems, including Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) and Automatic Rain Gauges (ARGs) across 14 districts. These installations will deliver real-time weather data—covering temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, and rainfall. By equipping farmers with accurate and timely information, the project will empower them to make informed decisions and improve agricultural planning.
The five-year implementation (2024–2029) will see installations at both Block and Gram Panchayat levels, ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality data collection aligned with WINDS guidelines for modernising weather infrastructure. The initiative is poised to transform how weather risks are managed at the grass-roots level, contributing to smarter agricultural practices and more resilient farming communities.
Climate-related disasters
“Our partnership with Kerala Government represents a major step forward in supporting farmers, said Ankit Agarwal, Head, AWS & IoT, Ingen.
Kerala has faced significant climate-related disasters in recent years, including the devastating floods in 2018 and recurring monsoon-related calamities. These events have underscored the critical need for accurate and timely weather monitoring. By installing advanced weather IoT systems and providing real-time datasets across the State, the company is helping to improve disaster preparedness, enabling farmers and authorities to proactively mitigate risks and safeguard livelihoods, he said.
The project not only enhances weather monitoring capabilities but also plays a vital role in supporting farmers and improving their long-term sustainability.
Published on April 7, 2025
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