Cloud seeding in Delhi: The cloud seeding attempt in Delhi was successfully carried out today in Delhi. The cloud seeding took place in North Delhi and Outer Delhi. Artificial rain is expected in the national capital soon.

The Cessna aircraft took off from Kanpur this morning.

Another cloud seeding trial may take place this evening if the weather permits, according to sources.

Cloud seeding

Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique in which substances like silver iodide, dry ice or rock salt are released into clouds to encourage rainfall. This process can help tackle air pollution, reduce fog and address water shortages.

For Delhi’s cloud seeding experiment, IIT Kanpur developed a special formulation using silver iodide nanoparticles, iodised salt and rock salt. Next Article

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