The scientists of the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT-R) are preparing a ‘Web-available GIS large scale map’ for the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), as reported by a news website. The map is likely to help the DDA envision their 2041 master plan for Delhi.
As per the MoU inked between IIT-R and DDA, the institute’s civil engineering professor Kamal Jain will be the ‘master consultant’ in developing the GIS mapping. The DDA has sanctioned a budget of Rs 7.5 crore ($1.2 million) for IIT-R to complete the project.
Jain was quoted saying that, “Under this project, a GIS portal will be developed that will show a map of 1,500 square kilometres of Delhi. The map will show a 3D image of every structure, land, road, drainage, river or other water channel and public encroachments in Delhi. High-resolution drone cameras will be used for this purpose. Through the portal, the residents will also be able to check the status of their property and other relevant taxes.”
According to the DDA website, the master plan is going to be carried out in seven phases. Recently, the DDA gave its preliminary approval to the master plan draft for Delhi in 2041.
