Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping and spatial data are increasingly being used to settle property disputes, improve land records and bring greater transparency to land-use decisions. From deciding property boundaries to planning future cities, digital maps are becoming an important tool in how governments, courts and
The Maharashtra government is set to introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI), geo-tagging and Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping to improve how urban development projects are tracked and managed. The move aims to give officials real-time visibility into project progress, strengthen transparency and help ensure that public infrastructure
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) is preparing to map its entire electricity distribution network using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping technology. The fresh push to improve reliability comes as frequent power cuts persist in several parts of Tamil Nadu despite the state reporting an
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) began advanced digital mapping of key heritage sites across Jammu and Kashmir using drones, LiDAR and Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies. The progress marks a digital turn for India’s heritage conservation programme. The aim is to create accurate digital records
Nagaland has stepped up preparations for the country’s next digital census exercise by leveraging geospatial technology. The Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre conducted a specialised technical workshop for officials from the Directorate of Census Operations (DCO), Nagaland. The workshop, held in Kohima, focused on how
Gujarat has launched India’s first Geographic Information System (GIS)-based Digital Reservoir Management System. The progress marks a significant step towards technology-led water resource management and smarter public infrastructure planning. The platform has been developed under the PM GatiShakti framework and is designed to manage more than
Uttar Pradesh is set to deploy digital planning tools and GIS-based master plans in 93 Tier-II towns across 49 districts as part of a major urban development push to manage the rapid growth of smaller cities. The state government will prepare Geographic Information System (GIS)-based
Tamil Nadu is ready to roll out a technology-driven land administration programme that will use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping to improve land records, detect fraudulent transactions and strengthen property governance across the state. The initiative is a part of the state’s
Chandigarh has geo-mapped approximately 13,000 properties under the centre-backed NAKSHA project. The move marks a significant step towards modernising urban land records and improving property governance in the Union Territory. The exercise is part of a nationwide initiative to create a digital, accurate repository of urban
India’s geospatial and river management policy has received a fresh boost with Genesys International securing a ₹2.8 crore Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping order from the National Mission for Clean Ganga. The project aims to support river management and planning initiatives linked to the Ganga