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Geospatial Systems in Governance

May 5 , 2026 15 hrs 0 min 7 0

India hosted the Asia-Pacific Forum on advancing geospatial systems for sustainable development.
Geospatial systems use tools like GIS (Geographic Information System), GPS (Global Positioning System), remote sensing, drones, and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR).
The United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) is the global body for geospatial policymaking under the UN Economic and Social Council.
These systems help in urban planning, infrastructure development, disaster management, and internal security.
Government initiatives include National Geospatial Policy 2022 and National Geospatial Mission (2025-26).
eLoc is a National Digital Address System that provides a unique six-character digital address for every location in India.