HYDERABAD: Geospatial technologies can play a crucial in order to achieve sustainable development goals, said Governor of Telangana, Dr Tamilisai Sundararajan while inaugurating the 21st edition of Geo Smart India Conference 2021. The conference aired with the theme of “Advancing the Role of Geospatial Knowledge in Indian Economy”.
While carrying forward the discussion, Sundararajan emphasized the better application of geospatial technologies for promoting sustainable development practices in the sphere of agriculture. Moreover, effective incorporation of the geospatial technologies in areas of transport, defense, and infrastructure can boost the all-around development of the country, she added. Geospatial technology is an emerging field of study that entails Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing (RS), and Global Positioning System (GPS) and over the years it has gone through several transformational changes.
Combining geospatial technologies and space research can play a significant role in contributing to the digital economy. The event was attended by various country representatives who are already engaged in geospatial technologies.