“Satellite in Your Hand” Event showcases the Synergy of Space Technology and Digital Mapping for Community Development

Pune (Voice news service):-   — In a ground breaking initiative, ISRO, NRSC and Earth Sight Foundation hosted a “Satellite in Your Hand” workshop in Pune to highlight the transformative potential of space technology and digital mapping in advancing rural and urban development.  The day long program dwelled into the practical applications of space technology for community development and understand how digital maps are becoming powerful tools for planning and decision-making. The event was held under the aegis of ISG, and ISRS, and supported by Symbiosis and Bharti Vidyapeeth University along with outreach partner Deepastambha Charitable Trust. Dr. Prakash Chauhan, Director National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC),Dr Erach Bharucha, Director  Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environmental Education and Research ( BVIEER), Dr.Shirish Ravan, founder of EarthSight Foundation, Ameya Joshi, President of Deepstambh Charitable Trust and other dignitaries were present on the occasion . Around 225 people including CSR heads of leading companies, NGOs, Sarpanch, Gramsevaks, Government officials participated in the workshop.

Key themes explored included Space Technology, GIS for Informed Decision-Making, Monitoring Water Resources, Assessing and Mitigating Disaster Risks

The event showcased a special ‘Space on Wheels’ vehicle to learn more about India’s successful space missions and research.