India’s Bhuvan

Bhuvan is an Indian geospatial platform developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It offers high-resolution satellite imagery and various geospatial data services tailored specifically for India’s needs.

Key features and uses:

1. High-Resolution Data: Provides detailed satellite images and geospatial data for urban planning, agriculture, and environmental monitoring.

2. Disaster Management: Offers tools for real-time monitoring and management of natural disasters.

3. Village Mapping: Includes data for over 250,000 village panchayats.

4. Integration: Supports various government departments, enhancing resource management and governance.

5. Customization: Allows users to customize maps and data according to specific requirements.

Applications

• Agriculture: Helps in crop monitoring, soil health analysis, and land use planning.

• Urban Planning: Assists in the development of infrastructure, zoning, and city planning.

• Environmental Monitoring: Tracks changes in land use, deforestation, and pollution levels.

• Disaster Management: Provides critical information during floods, earthquakes, and other natural disasters for effective response and recovery.

Comparison with Google Maps

While Google Maps is widely used for navigation and general mapping, Bhuvan offers more localized and high-resolution data specific to India’s geography and administrative needs. It integrates multiple layers of information, making it a powerful tool for government agencies and researchers.