Geospatial capabilities will be a key determinant of India’s future economic growth: Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that geospatial capabilities will be a key determinant of India's future economic growth while delivering the keynote address at a workshop on geospatial transformation in New Delhi. The event was organized by the Survey of India under the Department of Science and Technology. The Minister highlighted the evolution of geospatial information into a strategic national asset, noted the transformation of the Survey of India toward satellite-based mapping and drones, and called for stronger government-industry partnerships. Discussions emphasized the National Geospatial Policy 2022 framework, the integration of artificial intelligence, and the strategy to 'enable, invest and adopt' to unlock the sector's potential for Viksit Bharat 2047.