In recent time, decadal climate variability and prediction is gaining importance. Our ability to reasonably understand and predict monsoon characterstics a decade from now would help taking long-term decisions on water resources, irrigation, and food security.

During the next few weeks, we will listen to a host of eminent scientists on the feasibilty, usefulness and challenges of interannual to decadal prediction. We hope that these seminars and subsequent interactions will spawn new research and help improve real-time prediction systems.