Mysuru, December 6, 2021 (www.justkannada.in): “The Geospatial technology is a vital mechanism for the exchange of information and knowledge between academic and scientific discoveries,” opined Prof. G. Hemanth Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, University of Mysore.
He participated in the one-day lecture program organized by the Geography Department, under the Science and Technology and National Geospatial program, held at the Manasagangotri campus today. “The Geospatial technology and applications have been developed for the exchange of information at the global level. The International Scientific Organizations which are technically active can better utilize it,” he opined.
“The geospatial information has turned a boon in providing a platform for the creation of new trades and users in the background of progressing information and communication technologies. Along with this, it is also facing a few crucial challenges. Therefore, there is a need of developing it further so that it will become more helpful at both the local and national levels. We need to think about the integrated information management and transmission,” he added.
Further, he also mentioned that geospatial technology is essential for several activities like evaluation of water resources, flood management, reservoirs management, drought management, etc. It is also helpful in arranging NHP implements, he said.
Former VC Prof. K.S. Rangappa, GIS Division HoD Prof. Ramu, Geography Department HoD Prof. Jayshri, Prof. Balasubramanyam, and Dr. Rekha were present.
Keywords: Geospatial technology/ one-day lecture program/ University of Mysore
