REACHOUT Scheme

About the REACHOUT Scheme:

• The Research, Education and Training Outreach (REACHOUT) scheme consists of
  • R&D in Earth System Science (RDESS)
  • International Training Centre for Operational Oceanography (ITCOocean)
  • Program for Development of Skilled manpower in Earth System Sciences (DESK)
• This scheme is being implemented for the entire country and not State/UT-wise.
• The main objectives of the above sub-schemes are
  • Supporting various R &D activities in the thrust areas of different components of Earth System Sciences that are theme and need-based and that would help in attaining the National goals set up for MoES.
  • Develop useful collaborations with international organizations for the mutual transfer of advanced knowledge in science and technology in Earth Sciences and to provide services to developing countries.   
  • Develop skilled and trained manpower in Earth Sciences with the support of academic institutions in the country and abroad.

Q1) What is Oceanography?

Oceanography covers a wide range of topics, including marine life and ecosystems, ocean circulation, plate tectonics and the geology of the seafloor, and the chemical and physical properties of the ocean.
Source: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says an umbrella scheme Research, Education and Training Outreach (REACHOUT) is being implemented by the Ministry for capacity building