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These initiatives have been launched in efforts to liberalise geospatial data, and developing geospatial infrastructure, geospatial skill and knowledge.
- Geospatial data is information that describes objects, events or other features with a location on or near the Earth’s surface.
- Examples: Satellite imagery, census data, social media data etc.
- Geospatial data is widely accepted as a critical national infrastructure and information resource.
About Operation Dronagiri
- It is a pilot project under National Geospatial Policy 2022, and will be implemented by Geospatial Innovation Cell, Department of Science and Technology.
- Purpose: To demonstrate the potential applications of geospatial technologies and innovations in improving the quality of life of citizens and ease of doing business.
- First Phase Implementation: In the states of UP, Haryana, Assam, Andhra Pradesh & Maharashtra.
- Pilot projects and use cases will be demonstrated to showcase potential applications of integration of geospatial data and technology in 3 sectors: Agriculture, Livelihoods, Logistics and Transport.
About Integrated Geospatial Data Sharing Interface (GDI)
- Interface is being built for making spatial data accessible with advanced data exchange protocols and privacy-preserving features.
- Significance: Enabling seamless data sharing, enabling data-driven decisions for public good, fostering responsible use of geospatial data.
National Geospatial Policy 2022
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