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Shah Abdul Latif University Hosts Open Defence of IoT-Based Rainfall Prediction Research

Shah Abdul Latif University Hosts Open Defence of IoT-Based Rainfall Prediction Research
Press Release
Dated 22-3.2025
The Directorate of Postgraduate Studies at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, hosted the open defence of Mirza Adnan Baig, a PhD scholar at the Institute of Computer Science , faculty of Physical Sciences. His dissertation was titled “A Robust Algorithm for Rainfall Prediction Using IoT-Enabled Cloud Images.”
The session was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of SALU Khairpur , Prof Dr Mukhtar Ahmed Memon of QUEST Nawabsha , and Prof. Dr Qasim Ali Arian MUET Jamshoro participated as Local Experts Examiners . Meritorious Professor Dr. Yousuf Khushk, who lauded the innovative research and its potential societal impact.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Yousuf Khushk emphasized the importance of open defences in refining scholars' skills and improving research quality. He stated, "This seminar witnessed fruitful discussions and was an excellent session. The research is not only informative but also highly beneficial for society." He further highlighted the need for research to address societal challenges, particularly in the context of climate change and its impact on rainfall patterns.
Dr. Khushk also underscored the commercial potential of the research, urging the development of a mobile application to make the rainfall prediction system accessible to the public. "This research can be commercialized, and after app development, it will be invaluable for predicting rainfall and managing its effects on agriculture, and disaster management," he added.
He commended the supervisor, Prof. Dr. Ghulam Ali Mallah, and the scholar, Mirza Adnan Baig, for their innovative work and encouraged them to incorporate feedback from experts and participants.
Prof. Dr. Noor Ahmed Shaikh, Dean of Physical Sciences, praised the research for addressing critical societal issues and its potential for commercialization. Director of the Institute of Computer Science, Prof. Dr. Javed Ahmed Mahar, also highlighted the societal benefits of the research, stating, "The work is sufficient and highly beneficial for society."
Supervisor Prof. Dr. Ghulam Ali Mallah explained the motivation behind the research, stating, "We chose this topic because it would directly benefit local communities, particularly in agriculture and disaster management."
Dr. Munir Ahmed Kazi, Focal Person of the Postgraduate Studies (PGS), conducted the proceedings.
The open defense attracted faculty members, researchers, students, and industry professionals, who gained valuable insights into this cutting-edge research.
The event concluded with the Vice Chancellor declaring the seminar a success and emphasizing the importance of documenting such contributions for future reference.
The dissertation presents a novel algorithm that leverages Internet of Things (IoT) devices, artificial intelligence, and cloud-based image processing to achieve an impressive 89% accuracy in rainfall prediction. This breakthrough integration of IoT and meteorological analytics promises real-time, reliable weather forecasting solutions with wide-ranging applications.
This research is poised to revolutionize weather forecasting, offering practical solutions for agriculture, disaster management, and energy sectors, while contributing to economic resilience against climate variability.
Dr Sahib Oad
Media Studies Department
SALU Khairpur

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