OGC India Forum

Theme: Navigating the Future of Geospatial Technologies
in India through Standards and Innovation

18 OCTOBER 2023

Introduction

The OGC India Forum 2023 is not just another event; it's a catalyst for transformative action in the geospatial sector. This year's forum will unveil a new Charter, committee compositions, and groundbreaking initiatives. Engage in meaningful dialogues that will shape the future of geospatial technologies and FAIR Principles in India.

Agenda

1000 – 1015 hrs.

Opening Remarks and Updates on OGC India Forum

Harsha Vardhan Madiraju

Harsha Vardhan Madiraju

Lead - OGC India Forum

1015 – 1030 hrs.

Signing of Agreement & Partner Remarks - AGI India & OGC

1030 – 1050 hrs.

Overview of Technology Trends and Evolution of Standards

Scott Simmons

Scott Simmons

Chief Standards Officer
OGC

1050 – 1130 hrs.

Panel: Geospatial and Earth Observation Technology Innovation in India

Rajesh Mathur

Rajesh Mathur

Advisor
Esri India

Shubham Sharma

Shubham Sharma

Head of Data
Galaxeye Space

VSS Kiran

VSS Kiran

CEO & Co-Founder
Garudalytics

Akshay Loya

Akshay Loya

Founder & CEO
GISKernel Technologies

S S Raja Shekar

S S Raja Shekar

Head, Applications & Scientist-SG
NRSC

Pardeep Singh

Pardeep Singh

Deputy Surveyor General Technical
Survey of India

1130 – 1230 hrs.

Visit to Exhibition | Tea/Coffee Break

1230 – 1330 hrs.

Lunch

1330 – 1400 hrs.

Panel: Geospatial and Earth Observation Standards in India

Abhiroop Bhatnagar

Abhiroop Bhatnagar

Lead, Platform
Aereo

Ashish Tiwari

Ashish Tiwari

Joint Director
Bureau of Indian Standards

Arulraj Murugavel

Arulraj Murugavel

Group Head, Bhuvan Geoportal and Web Services Group
NRSC

Thaiseer Parammal

Thaiseer Parammal

VP- Engineering
SatSure

Krishnkant Kumar

Krishnkant Kumar

Vice President
ScanPoint Geomatics Ltd

Adithya K

Adithya K

Co-Founder & CPO
SkyServe

1400 – 1430 hrs.

Perspectives from Academia & Research on Innovation and Standards in India

Dr Sanjay Chaudhary

Dr Sanjay Chaudhary

Professor and Associate Dean
Ahmedabad University, School of Engineering and Applied Science

Dr Karbhari Vishwanath Kale

Dr Karbhari Vishwanath Kale

Vice-Chancellor
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University

Dr Sumit Sen

Dr Sumit Sen

GISE Hub, IIT Bombay

Prof. Rajan K. S

Prof. Rajan K. S

Professor & Registrar
IIIT Hyderabad

1430 – 1455 hrs.

Discussions on new OGC India Forum Committees and next steps

1455 – 1500 hrs.

Closing Remarks

1500 – 1530 hrs.

Tea/Coffee Break

Why You Should Attend

Network:Forge valuable connections with key stakeholders from academia, research, government, and industry who are at the forefront of geospatial standards and innovation.
Learn:Participate in expert-led panels that delve into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in geospatial and Earth observation technologies.
Influence: Play an active role in shaping the OGC India Forum's committees and future initiatives by contributing your unique insights.

Who Should Attend

  • Senior and mid-level professionals in the geospatial sector
  • Academics and researchers focused on geospatial technologies
  • Government representatives involved in geospatial policy-making