National Geospatial Mission announced to modernize land records, address disputes
01 Feb 2025

In the 2025-26 Union Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the National Geospatial Mission. The initiative seeks to modernize land records and enhance urban planning across India.

The mission will leverage the existing PM Gati Shakti framework to create foundational geospatial infrastructure and data, thereby improving the design and execution of infrastructure projects.

The National Geospatial Mission comes at a time when the global geospatial market is expected to touch $1,064 million by 2030.

It will leverage advanced technologies
Technological integration

The National Geospatial Mission will utilize cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing.

This is anticipated to propel progress in agriculture, transportation, and climate monitoring.

By establishing a strong geospatial database, the government hopes to simplify processes related to land reforms, making them more efficient and transparent.

Geospatial mission to benefit government agencies, private stakeholders
Beneficiaries

Notably, the National Geospatial Mission will not just benefit government agencies, but also private stakeholders.

These include geospatial and drone firms, which will likely witness an increased demand for their services.

Sitharaman emphasized that the mission aligns with the government's vision of using technology to enhance governance and service delivery.

Integrating geospatial data into planning processes will lead to more informed decision-making, contributing to sustainable urban development.

Addressing resource management, climate change
Technological solutions

India is leveraging geospatial technologies and the space sector to further its ambitious development agenda.

These technologies are proving instrumental in tackling challenges pertaining to resource management, climate change, national security, and public health.

The initiative also seeks to tackle issues of land disputes and inefficient land use which have long impeded growth in various regions.

National Geospatial Mission to boost Indian geospatial companies
Business impact

The National Geospatial Mission is likely to give a major boost to Indian companies like Genesys International, C.E. Info Systems, and Ceinsys Tech.

These firms are already pioneers in the geospatial technology space and will benefit tremendously from the rising demand for geospatial data and technology.

The Centre's push for domestic players is evident from its clear preference for indigenous solutions, as seen in the DST guidelines issued in February 2021.