Scientists’ preference on suggested action measures and major areas of impact for changing weather patterns in Cuttack district of Odisha, India

A study was conducted for assessing the preference of some suggested measures for changing weather patterns in Cuttack district of Odisha and finding the major areas of impact of and extent of severity amongst five different resources by the scientists of National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack. An appropriate group having adequate understanding on changes in weather conditions was selected and their profile was analysed. Ranking amongst major areas of impact amongst Air and atmosphere, Farming, Sea, Forest and Fresh water Resources was identified by the group. Again suggested actions were given preference and selected by the group according to their importance subsequently.