In a groundbreaking collaboration, AMD and the Indian Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) have introduced two of India’s most powerful supercomputers—Arka and Arunika—to enhance climate and meteorological research. These high-performance computing clusters, ranked among the top three in India, will play a crucial role in weather forecasting, disaster management, and oceanic studies.
Pioneering Climate Science with Supercomputing
Installed at IITM Pune and NCMRWF Noida, the CPU-powered Arka and Arunika supercomputers set a new benchmark in scientific computing for climate resilience.
- Arka, with 11.77 PetaFLOPS, will aid in improving forecasts for cyclones, heavy rains, and heatwaves.
- Arunika, at 8.24 PetaFLOPS, will strengthen India’s marine research and support disaster response planning.
A Leap Forward for India’s Climate Preparedness
Speaking on the initiative, Jaya Jagadish, Country Head, AMD India, stated: “AMD has long been committed to using technology to solve global challenges like climate change. Partnering with the Ministry of Earth Sciences to power Arka and Arunika underscores our commitment to advancing India’s research capabilities and environmental resilience.”
With AMD EPYC™ processors driving these supercomputers, India takes a significant step forward in leveraging technology for climate security and scientific excellence.
