Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre and Census officials discussed digital mapping and GIS technologies to strengthen the upcoming Census.
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DIMAPUR — The Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre organised a one-day technical workshop for officials of the Directorate of Census Operations, Nagaland, to strengthen collaboration on digital mapping and geospatial technologies for the upcoming Census.
Addressing the inaugural session, Senior Project Director Mhathung Kithan said the centre currently maintains more than 350 geospatial map layers covering the state, according to a press release issued by the Directorate of Census Operations.
Kithan informed that maps of all villages and urban local bodies in Nagaland have been georeferenced and digitised.
He emphasised the importance of Geographic Information System (GIS) tools in enhancing the accuracy of Census operations, stating that the latest GIS technologies and UAV imagery would enable detailed mapping of every household.
He also highlighted that the Nagaland GIS & Remote Sensing Centre has been awarded an A+ rating and is expected to be recognised as a licensed training institute for UAV drone pilots in the coming weeks.
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During the workshop, Data Manager Sanen presented an overview of the centre's geospatial database, while UAV Engineer Atho-o Kesiezie showcased several major projects and achievements undertaken by the centre.
The participants also visited the Drone Centre of Excellence, where demonstrations were conducted on 3D printing of drone components, drone assembly units and training facilities.
Assistant Director of the Directorate of Census Operations, Nagaland, Mhathung demonstrated the technological framework being adopted for India's first digital Census and said the department would require substantial technical support from the GIS & Remote Sensing Centre in the coming months.
Both departments agreed to explore opportunities for future cooperation and collaboration in geospatial applications for Census-related activities.
The workshop also featured discussions on urban and rural mapping, as well as the application of artificial intelligence in mapping and spatial analysis.