Zomato's Deepinder Goyal Unveils India's First Crowd-Supported Weather Network

By siliconindia  |  Thursday, 09 May 2024, 09:49 IST

Zomato's Deepinder Goyal Unveils India's First Crowd-Supported Weather Network
Zomato's Co-Founder and CEO, Deepinder Goyal, has announced India's first crowd-supported weather infrastructure, weatherunion.com. This proprietary network features over 650 on-ground weather stations providing localized, real-time data on key weather parameters such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and rainfall.
Initially available across 45 cities, the network aims to expand to other cities soon. Goyal emphasized the importance of precise and real-time weather information for making sound business decisions at Zomato, inspiring the development of this comprehensive weather solution.
The network's rich data holds significant potential for various industries and research institutions. In collaboration with CAS - IIT Delhi, Goyal expressed optimism about the network's potential to benefit a wide range of organizations and contribute to economic growth.
To advance public good, Zomato is offering free access to this network through an API to all institutions and companies across the country. Goyal stated that this valuable data should not be restricted or monetized, emphasizing the company's commitment to giving back.
The availability of real-time weather data can boost productivity and the economy, supporting various sectors in making informed decisions.

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