Established in 1996, Esri India Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Esri India) is an end-to-end Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions provider. As a market leader in geospatial technology and location intelligence, it has successfully delivered cutting-edge GIS solutions, powered by ArcGIS, to more than 6,000 customers for applications in Land management, Utilities, Water, Infrastructure, Disaster Management, Telecommunications, Urban Development, Smart Cities, Forestry, Natural Resources Management and more. For Indian customers, it has engineered a unique product called Indo ArcGIS.

Trimble Geospatial solutions provide high-quality, productive workflows and information exchange, driving value for a global and diverse customer base of surveyors, engineering and GIS service companies, governments, utilities and transportation authorities. Trimble's innovative technologies include integrated sensors, field applications, real-time communications and office software for processing, modeling and data. Using Trimble solutions, organizations can capture the most accurate spatial data and transform it into intelligence to deliver increased productivity and improved decision-making. Whether enabling efficient use of natural resources or enhancing the performance and lifecycle of civil infrastructure, timely and reliable geospatial information is at the core of Trimble's solutions.

NeoGeoinfo Technologies (NeoGeoinfo), formerly known as Geoinfosys Technologies is into delivering "field to finish" Geospatial solutions to customers. NeoGeoInfo actively invests to deploy the best technique and resources - suitable sensors, platform and satellite images in the market, to acquire geospatial data. Unleashing the power of technology and quality practices, NeoGeoInfo uses sophisticated tools to view, process and manage data from multiple sources for more insights. NeoGeo brings the data to life by providing custom visualizations, software products and cloud-based applications to transform complex data relationships into meaningful and actionable information. Rated among the Top 10 organizations (in India) for the last 3 consecutive years, NeoGeoInfo truly helps the customers to Navigate Geospatial World Confidently.

Synspective provides one-stop solutions, using geospatial data from its own SAR satellites in line with its mission to create a progressive world based on real data. It is building a constellation of our own small SAR satellites to provide data and analytic information to governments and commercial entities. The only company in the world with the capabilities to both develop and operate its own satellites and provide analytics solutions. It offers subscription-based solutions and new solution development with collaborative prototyping: - Infrastructure development - Energy and natural resources development - Disaster risk management.

With 9 billion people expected on the planet by 2030, there's a lot of work to be done. It'll need more housing, roads, and utilities, not to mention more food for the extra tables. Topcon is a leading manufacturer for the construction, geospatial, and agriculture markets, creating technology that improves workflows to always keep our customers one step ahead. Their roots begin with the Topcon Corporation, founded in 1932 in Japan. Since then, they've grown into a network of 93 companies made up of subsidiaries and affiliates and are now a global leader in positioning and ophthalmic diagnostic technologies. Topcon address society's greatest challenges and develops a more sustainable tomorrow.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally. Millions of customers - including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies - are using AWS to lower costs, become more agile, and innovate faster.

Geospatial World Chamber of Commerce (GWCC), headquartered and registered in India, is a non-profit global organization. GWCC is promoted by 'Geospatial World' with a vision to promote trade and commerce globally in 'Geospatial and Space domains' as we all know that Geospatial knowledge serves as foundational infrastructure for sustainable socio-economic development and the same provides big boost to international trade and commerce.

GWCC strives to facilitate dialogues on open trade and commerce at national, bilateral, regional, and multilateral levels and advocates towards developing level playing fields, and ease of doing business practices for commercial companies at global levels with an aim towards facilitating growth of trade and commerce of Indian geospatial industry and space industries with primary partner countries of India in the context of evolving geo-political world order.

National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is the important segment of ISRO, located at Hyderabad with four regional remote sensing centres located at Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata & Jodhpur, with the mandate of providing Earth observation data from space and aerial platforms to users, develop technologies for the management of natural resources, support disaster monitoring and management and capacity building for utilization of EO data.

Forest Survey of India (FSI) is responsible for conducting survey and assessment of forest resources in the country. Information about projects, forest fire, forest inventory, forest cover mapping, training, thematic maps, special studies, etc. is given. Provides information about Interactive Geo Portal, forest fire spots, real time monitoring of forest fires, etc. Details on state of forest report, annual report, reading material, tenders, vacancies, events, Right to Information (RTI), etc. are also available.

India is one of the top-ranking countries in the field of basic research. Indian Science has come to be regarded as one of the most powerful instruments of growth and development, especially in the emerging scenario and competitive economy. In the wake of the recent developments and the new demands that are being placed on the S&T system, it is necessary for us to embark on some major science projects which have relevance to national needs and which will also be relevant for tomorrow's technology. The Department of Science & Technology plays a pivotal role in promotion of science & technology in the country. The department has wide ranging activities ranging from promoting high end basic research and development of cutting edge technologies on one hand to service the technological requirements of the common man through development of appropriate skills and technologies on the other.

Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre (MNCFC) has been established under the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers' Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Government of India for applications of space and geospatial technology in various domains of agriculture. The Centre, named after the great Indian Statistician, Dr. Prashant Chandra Mahalanobis, was inaugurated on 23rd April, 2012.

MNCFC was established, initially, to provide in-season crop forecasts and assessment of drought situation using state of the art techniques and methodologies developed by Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

Established in 2017 and headquartered in Bengaluru, SatSure is a leading innovator in decision intelligence solutions, specializing in risk management and change detection. Their expertise combines Remote Sensing (RS) and Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) to provide exceptional insights for informed decision-making. SatSure has become a market leader in less than five years, excelling in climate change mitigation, agriculture, and infrastructure.

SatSure will launch a Low Earth Observation (LEO) satellite fleet by 2025 to revolutionize data-driven decision-making through its subsidiary, KaleidEO

SatSure;s global presence spans India, parts of Africa, and South-East Asia, addressing diverse challenges. Driven by a vision for innovation and sustainability, we are reshaping industries to transform the world.

RMSI is a global leader in geospatial and engineering solutions. These solutions address global issues of climate change, natural calamities, human habitation, food security, autonomous transportation, smart utilities and networks. It employs more than five thousand employees and functions from offices located in three different Indian cities - Noida, Hyderabad and Dehradun and five international subsidiaries, serving clients in more than twenty five nations and five continents across the globe.

RMSI's core competency lies in providing solutions across the entire geospatial value chain - from data creation, conversion, and enhancement to software development, modeling, analytics, and consulting. The ability to offer complete solutions, comprising data, software, and engineering under one roof, is a key differentiator for the company.

CMPDI is a premier consultant in openpit and underground mine planning and design in coal, lignite and other minerals. CMPDI holds a position of eminence in the field of Geospatial Services and Environmental engineering both in coal and other sectors. New generation exploration technology coupled with skilled manpower has made CMPDI a leader in mineral exploration, resource evaluation, resource management, mining geology, hydro-geological & geophysical studies, engineering geology investigations, etc. CMPDI is a ISO 9001 & ISO 37001 Accredited organisation. CMPDI offers complete mining solutions under one roof.

Look up. Up42 planets surrounded by satellites, capturing vast amounts of geospatial data every minute. And their mission is to provide quick and easy access to that data. With UP42, you'll get access to the world's leading providers of optical, radar, elevation, and aerial data, all in one place. Their developer-first platform offers flexible APIs and a Python SDK to help you build and scale your solutions. Search the catalog for existing imagery, or task a satellite to capture your desired area. Whatever your use case, UP42 is the one-stop-shop for all your geospatial data needs. From very high-resolution satellite imagery and global weather data to AIS data and aerial imagery. Up42 network of partners bring their data and processing products to its growing marketplace. UP42 empowers organizations of all sizes to harness the power of geospatial data and analytics by making it easier to find, buy, and use products from existing providers. Detect changes, monitor trends and identify objects. Developers and data scientists across all industries can now easily access, analyze, and understand geospatial data at scale.

Suhora is a leading-edge technology firm that leverages satellite imagery, big data, and AI to solve problems surrounding earth. We specialize in offering integrative all weather, day-and-night solutions by combining Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Optical and Thermal data. We believe in the ground-breaking potential of Earth-Observation data and its impact on different domains.

We have developed a unique platform, SPADE, which takes intricate geospatial data and transforms it into accessible, easy-to-understand format that can revolutionize decision-making across industries.

Our mission is to utilize technology and our expertise in geospatial intelligence to make this world a better and more sustainable place.

Founded in 2020, GalaxEye is building the world's first multi-sensor imaging satellite and sensor stack for the aerial platform, "Drishti Sensor". Thus helping businesses and governments make data-driven decisions based on insights from satellite imagery. We operate on a Data-as-a-service model, providing Satellite, aerial Imagery Datasets and Value added services to serve Geospatial Analytics Companies and Infrastructure enterprises.Currently incubated in IIT Madras GalaxEye has raised a seed round which is propelling it's growth to space. The founding team has deep roots in team Avishar Hyperloop, a student competition team in IIT- Madras.

The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) is a collective problem-solving community of experts from more than 500 businesses, government agencies, research organizations, and universities driven to make #geospatial / #location information and services #FAIR - Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. The global OGC Member-Community engages in a mix of activities related to location-based technologies: developing consensus-based #OpenStandards and best-practice; collaborating on agile #Innovation Initiatives; engaging in community meetings, events, and workshops; and more. OGC's unique standards development process moves at the pace of innovation, with constant input from technology forecasting, practical prototyping, real-world testing, and community engagement. OGC bridges disparate sectors, domains, and technology trends, and encourages the cross-pollination of ideas between different communities of practice to improve decision-making at all levels. OGC is committed to creating an inclusive and sustainable future.

To provide a platform for thought leadership for Policy, Regulatory and Spectrum matters pertaining to the space and satellite industry. SIA India collaborate with Government bodies (DOS, IN-SPACE, relevant Ministries) and industry/institutions and provide an effective for decision makers and other stakeholders (satellite operators, manufacturers, start-ups, institutions and users.

FES is committed to ecological restoration and conservation in India's fragile regions, uniting local communities. Their mission spans diverse landscapes, focusing on preserving nature and resources through collective action. FES adapts its efforts to the economic, social, and ecological dynamics of rural areas, emphasizing a socio-ecological systems approach and a Commons paradigm for global impact on natural resource governance.

Currently, FES collaborates with over 36,400 village institutions in 100 districts across 12 states, safeguarding 11.38 million acres of common lands, benefiting 22 million rural residents in India. They assist various bodies like Panchayats, Village Forest Committees, Gramya Jungle Committees, Water Users Associations, and Watershed Committees to enhance natural resource governance. FES champions universal membership and equal access for women and the underprivileged in decision-making processes.

Indian Space Programme primarily focuses on deriving socio-economic benefits from space technology and its application for national development. Over past 5 decades, having successfully realized 100 plus satellite missions, over 70 launch vehicle missions, mission to Moon and Mars, and having embarked on the human space flight mission (Gaganyaan), India is in the league of elite space- faring nations.

Space activities in India, from the very inception, had the participation of Indian Industry, with over 500 of them currently working with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). To meet the ever- increasing demands of the Indian Space Programme and to commercially exploit the emerging global space market. Indian industries need to scale up their manufacturing and production base.

a-IDEA (Association for Innovation Development of Entrepreneurship in Agriculture), is a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) hosted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research - National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad (ICAR-NAARM) & supported by NABARD, NSTEDB, DST, BIRAC and DBT, Govt. of India (GoI). a-IDEA has been housed at the Centre for Agri-Innovation at ICAR-NAARM for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture in India. a-IDEA, since 2014 has been supporting startups across 14 domains of agriculture and allied sectors. a-IDEA aims to help entrepreneurs ideate, incubate and accelerate their innovative early-stage startups that are scalable to become competitive food and agri-business ventures through capacity building, mentoring, networking, investment and advisory support.

ISpA is an apex non-profit industry body, setup exclusively for the successful collaborative development of the Private Space Industry in India. ISpA was created to be the single Voice of the Private Space Industry and act as a bridge between the Government and Private Industry.

ISpA will undertake Policy Advocacy, Engage and Operate with all Stakeholders and act as a catalyst for accelerating the exchange of knowledge, information and technology of space-related domains amongst all stakeholders of the entire Indian Space ecosystem including the government and its agencies, to make India self-reliant, technologically advanced and a leading player in the Global Space arena.

AgHub, is the first of its kind Innovation Hub structured in a Hub & Spoke model working towards building an inclusive Innovation and Entrepreneurship ecosystem among agritech start-up founders, student entrepreneurs, rural innovators and entrepreneurs. AgHub is funded by NABARD & MOFPI, GoI.

Since its inception in 2021, AgHub has been promoting startups & student entrepreneurs in PAN India through its Innovation Hub at Hyderabad.

Agritech Startups PAN India through 4 major flagship programs: Incubation, Agritech Innovation Pilots (AIP), Co-Innovation, and Enterprise Acceleration Programme (EAP). Through these programs, we have Nurtured 62+ startups, validated 8+ Startups, Facilitated Fundraising for 20+ startups to the tune of 79+ Cr INR, and Grant Assistance to ~ 26 startups to the tune of 61 Lac INR. Further, AgHub is also actively managing early-stage equity funds for investments into startups in the Food, Agri & allied sectors.

Student Entrepreneurship among Agricultural graduates & post graduates are being promoted through Design Thinking programmes, Ideation Program/ Idea Sprout & Student Incubation Programs. Through these programs, we have created a pool of 1850+ Design Thinkers, 550+ Ideas & 3+ student entrepreneurs.

Rural Innovation Spokes (RIS)

3 such innovation spokes at Jagtial, Warangal & Vikarabad Districts of Telangana would be catering to rural entrepreneurship among Rural Youth, Women, SHGs, Farmers, FPO's and Grassroots Innovators through Sensitization, Rural Incubation Programs and Community Enterprise Programs. We have onboarded 7+ Rural Incuabatees & FPOs at 3 Rural Innovation spokes.

More details at https://www.ag-hub.co/

Established in 2008, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is a premier science and technology institute consistently ranked in India's top 10 for engineering by NIRF. Offering undergraduate programs across various disciplines, IITH encourages exploration and interdisciplinary studies. The institute's foundation is rooted in research and innovation, evident through its numerous patents and publications. IITH provides graduate programs at master's and doctoral levels in diverse fields. The institution promotes entrepreneurship and innovation, with a strong focus on industry collaboration. It maintains a special partnership with Japanese universities and industries, enriching the campus and academic experience. IITH fosters a dynamic ecosystem for interactive learning, flexible academic structures, research, and entrepreneurship, making dreams a reality for students and faculty.

For over two decades, we have been providing high-quality content, unmatched analysis and highly valuable insights to our readers. Through our bouquet of print and digital products, we cover the entire geospatial ecosystem and advance the role of geospatial knowledge in the global economy and society.

The National Survey and Mapping Organization of the country under the Department of Science & Technology, is the OLDEST SCIENTIFIC DEPARTMENT OF THE GOVT. OF INDIA. It was set up in 1767 and has evolved into rich traditions over the years. In its assigned role as the nation's Principal Mapping Agency, Survey of India bears a special responsibility to ensure that the country's domain is explored and mapped suitably, provide base maps for expeditious and integrated development and ensure that all resources contribute with their full measure to the progress, prosperity and security of our country now and for generations to come.

Survey of India takes a leadership role in providing user focused, cost effective, reliable and quality geospatial data, information and intelligence for meeting the needs of national security, sustainable national development, and new information markets.

Formed as the 29th State of India, Telangana came into being on the 2nd of June, 2014. The State has an area of 1,12,077 sq. Km. and has a population of 3,50,03,674 (2011 Census). The Telangana region was part of the Hyderabad state from 17th September 1948 to 1st November 1956, until it was merged with Andhra State to form Andhra Pradesh.

After decades of movement for a separate State, Telangana was created by passing the AP State Reorganization Bill in both houses of Parliament. Telangana is surrounded by Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh in the North, Karnataka in the West and Andhra Pradesh in the South and East directions. Major cities of the State include Hyderabad, Warangal, Nizamabad, Nalgonda, Khammam and Karimnagar.

About The ITE&C Department, Government of Telangana:

The ITE&C Department, Government of Telangana plays a crucial role in policy formulation in IT sector, conceptualizing and initiating various e-governance initiatives, stipulating standards for compliance, promoting investments in IT sector, facilitating growth of IT enabled services through proactive measures and providing a strong communication backbone in the State.