Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applications

The north eastern region of India is characterized by limited physical connectivity and challenging terrain, that requires innovative approaches for effective developmental planning and monitoring using geospatial data and user-centric applications. This paper focuses on leveraging space-based data...

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Main Authors: P. S. Singh, D. Chutia, N. Nishant, A. Chouhan, V. Saikhom, S. P. Aggarwal, R. Kumar
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Published: Copernicus Publications 2024-11-01
Series:The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences
Online Access:https://isprs-archives.copernicus.org/articles/XLVIII-5-2024/117/2024/isprs-archives-XLVIII-5-2024-117-2024.pdf
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description The north eastern region of India is characterized by limited physical connectivity and challenging terrain, that requires innovative approaches for effective developmental planning and monitoring using geospatial data and user-centric applications. This paper focuses on leveraging space-based data and applications to address these challenges and enhance decision-making processes in governance. A unified framework for interoperable spatial data sharing has been developed, ensuring that data is easily discoverable, searchable, and consumable through metadata standards and OGC interoperable data services. A dedicated spatial data repository has been established, offering real-time access to over 1400 geospatial datasets and facilitating better decision-making and geo-analytics among diverse user groups. The repository operates on an open-source platform with integrated map viewers and geo-analytics tools, allowing for interactive exploration and visualization of geospatial data. Additionally, 35 user-centric geospatial applications have been operationalized, all developed using open-source geospatial tools and standards. Capacity building programs have been conducted to increase awareness and maximize the utilization of geospatial data services and applications across the region. The platform has boosted utilization of geospatial data services and applications in the region for overall planning and developmental activities for smart governance and societal benefits.
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spelling doaj-art-88cde8988b4a4e738afd2dff5c7516be2024-11-12T23:47:13ZengCopernicus PublicationsThe International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences1682-17502194-90342024-11-01XLVIII-5-202411712110.5194/isprs-archives-XLVIII-5-2024-117-2024Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applicationsP. S. Singh0D. Chutia1N. Nishant2A. Chouhan3V. Saikhom4S. P. Aggarwal5R. Kumar6North Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaNorth Eastern Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Government of India, Shillong, IndiaThe north eastern region of India is characterized by limited physical connectivity and challenging terrain, that requires innovative approaches for effective developmental planning and monitoring using geospatial data and user-centric applications. This paper focuses on leveraging space-based data and applications to address these challenges and enhance decision-making processes in governance. A unified framework for interoperable spatial data sharing has been developed, ensuring that data is easily discoverable, searchable, and consumable through metadata standards and OGC interoperable data services. A dedicated spatial data repository has been established, offering real-time access to over 1400 geospatial datasets and facilitating better decision-making and geo-analytics among diverse user groups. The repository operates on an open-source platform with integrated map viewers and geo-analytics tools, allowing for interactive exploration and visualization of geospatial data. Additionally, 35 user-centric geospatial applications have been operationalized, all developed using open-source geospatial tools and standards. Capacity building programs have been conducted to increase awareness and maximize the utilization of geospatial data services and applications across the region. The platform has boosted utilization of geospatial data services and applications in the region for overall planning and developmental activities for smart governance and societal benefits.https://isprs-archives.copernicus.org/articles/XLVIII-5-2024/117/2024/isprs-archives-XLVIII-5-2024-117-2024.pdf
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Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applications
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title Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applications
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title_fullStr Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applications
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title_short Towards maximizing geospatial data usage in north eastern India using open-source scalable user-centric applications
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