Digital India Ask Our Experts on How Technology Predicts Forest Fires in Sikkim

🌲 Can technology predict forest fires before they spread? In this episode of Digital India – Ask Our Experts, we explore how science, satellite data and advanced computing are helping protect forests through the Sikkim Wildfire Spread Forecasting and Monitoring System (SWFMS). From understanding how forest fires impact people and ecosystems to learning how technology can forecast fire spread and support faster response, this episode takes you behind the scenes of a unique innovation that combines environmental protection with digital solutions. Join us as we speak with: 🎙️ Shri Karma Legshey, IFS Chief Conservator of Forest Government of Sikkim 🎙️ Dr. Manish P. Kale Scientist F, C-DAC, Pune In this episode, discover: ✅ How forest fires are monitored in difficult terrains ✅ How satellite, weather and terrain data work together ✅ How forecasting supports faster decisions on the ground ✅ Citizen practices to reduce forest fire risks ✅ How technology is strengthening environmental resilience Watch now to see how Digital India is enabling smarter, faster and more informed environmental action. To know more about Digital India projects, visit https://www.digitalindia.gov.in/ and https://negd.gov.in/. To reach out us directly for Ask Our Experts, mail at [email protected] #AskOurExperts #DigitalIndia #ForestFire #Sikkim #CDAC #TechnologyForGood #Wildfire #DigitalTransformation #Environment #Innovation