Date: 2025-12-15Category: Press ReleaseState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Survey of India to Host National Workshop on Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem “Geospatial Mission: An Enabler of Viksit Bharat” on 17 December 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
**Executive Summary**
The Survey of India, Department of Science & Technology, will host a National Workshop on Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem, entitled "Geospatial Mission: An Enabler of Viksit Bharat" on December 17, 2025, in New Delhi. The workshop aims to bring together policymakers, technologists, industry leaders, and experts to discuss innovations in India’s geospatial future and advance the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Dr. Jitendra Singh will inaugurate the workshop as the Chief Guest.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Workshop Details:**
* The workshop is scheduled for December 17, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi.
* It will be inaugurated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, focusing on the government's commitment to geospatial capabilities.
* **Focus Areas:**
* Modernisation and Strengthening of the National Geodetic Reference Frame
* Strengthening of Geospatial Data and Mapping Infrastructure
* Role of Standards in Harmonising Geospatial Frameworks
* Keeping Pace with Technological Advancements in the Geospatial Field
* **Objectives:**
* Address emerging opportunities in the geospatial domain.
* Align geospatial practices with global standards.
* Accelerate the adoption of future-ready technologies across sectors.
* Reflect the Survey of India's commitment to a robust geospatial ecosystem.
* Promote informed decision-making across sectors.
**Impact Analysis**
**Policymakers, Technologists, Industry Leaders, and Domain Experts:**
* **Impact:** These stakeholders will be provided with a platform to deliberate on innovations shaping India's geospatial future, align with global standards, and contribute to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
* **Action Required:** Participate in the workshop sessions, contribute expertise, and collaborate on advancing geospatial technologies and practices.
**Government Agencies:**
* **Impact:** The workshop aims to accelerate India's Geospatial Mission by bringing together government agencies and promote informed decision-making across various sectors.
* **Action Required:** Attend the workshop to collaborate with industry stakeholders and technical experts and accelerate India's Geospatial Mission.
**Geospatial Community:**
* **Impact:** The event promises to be a milestone for the geospatial community, and they look forward to welcoming delegates from government agencies, industry stakeholders, and technical experts.
* **Action Required:** Attend the workshop at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.
Key Entities Referenced
Geospatial Mission: An Enabler of Viksit Bharat: National initiative to strengthen India's geospatial ecosystem
Survey of India: Hosting the National Workshop on Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem
Ministry of Science & Technology: Parent ministry of the Department of Science & Technology and involved in the geospatial initiative.
Union Budget 2025-26: Budget in which the National Geospatial Mission was announced.
New Delhi: Location of the National Workshop on Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem
Ministry of Science & Technology
Survey of India to Host National Workshop on
Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem
“Geospatial Mission: An Enabler of Viksit Bharat”
on 17 December 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New
Delhi
प्रव तथ: 15 DEC 2025 12:01PM by PIB Delhi
The Survey of India, Department of Science & Technology, is hosting the National Workshop on
Strengthening of Geospatial Ecosystem, “Geospatial Mission: An Enabler of Viksit Bharat” on 17
December 2025 at Yashobhoomi, Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi. The National Workshop will bring
together policymakers, technologists, industry leaders, and domain experts to deliberate on innovations
shaping India’s geospatial future.
The workshop will be inaugurated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Honourable Minister of State (I/C), Ministry of
Science & Technology, Ministry of Earth Sciences, and Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and
Pensions, who will grace the event as the Chief Guest. Dr. Jitendra Singh will highlight the government’s
focus on advancing India’s geospatial capabilities and the need for collaborative efforts to unlock the full
potential of this rapidly evolving field.
The National Geospatial Mission, announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, highlights the government’s
commitment to integrating cutting-edge geospatial technologies into key sectors such as urban planning,
environmental monitoring, and infrastructure development.
The workshop is positioned as a key step toward advancing the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, with
discussions centred on strengthening geospatial infrastructure and integrating modern technologies across
sectors.
Event Highlights:
The workshop will feature in-depth sessions covering a wide spectrum of geospatial priorities. Key Focus
Areas of the Workshop Include:
Modernisation and Strengthening of the National Geodetic Reference Frame
Strengthening of Geospatial Data and Mapping Infrastructure
Role of Standards in Harmonising Geospatial Frameworks
Keeping Pace with Technological Advancements in Geospatial Field
These focused sessions will enable stakeholders to address emerging opportunities, align geospatial
practices with global standards, and accelerate the adoption of future-ready technologies across sectors.
Experts will also explore ways to keep pace with rapid technological advancements in the geospatial
domain, particularly in areas such as data acquisition, processing, analytics, and the use of emerging
digital technologies.Objective and Significance
The initiative reflects the Survey of India’s commitment to building a robust, standardised, and future-
ready geospatial ecosystem capable of supporting the country’s developmental needs. By bringing
together government agencies, industry stakeholders, and technical experts, the workshop aims to
accelerate India’s Geospatial Mission and promote informed decision-making across various sectors.
This event promises to be a milestone for the geospatial community, and we look forward to welcoming
delegates from government agencies, industry stakeholders, and technical experts at Yashobhoomi, New
Delhi.
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