Research, Education, Training and Outreach (REACHOUT)

The objective of this scheme is to support various R&D activities in the thrust areas of different components of Earth system sciences that are theme and need-based, and that would help in attaining the National goals set up for MoES; Develop useful collaborations with international organisations for mutual transfer of advanced knowledge in science and technology in Earth sciences and to provide services to developing countries; Create awareness amongst the public, students, academicians and user communities about the various fields of Earth system science as well as on the achievements and services rendered by MoES; and Develop a skilled and trained workforce in Earth sciences with the support of academic institutions in the country and abroad. MoES implements REACHOUT, which is an umbrella scheme of the following six sub-schemes. 1. Research and Development in Earth System Science (RDESS); 2. Outreach and awareness; 3. Knowledge Resources Center Network (KRCNet); 4. BIMSTEC Centre for Weather and Climate (BCWC); 5. International Training Centre for Operational Oceanography (ITCOocean); 6. Program for development of skilled workforce in Earth system sciences (DESK).