Geospatial Research

The Geospatial Research at The Takshashila Institution applies the principles of mapping and spatial analysis to understand real-world problems.

What We Do?

The geospatial analysis and research sector has emerged as a transformative force in various industries. Utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and remote sensing, it enables professionals to study and interpret spatial data to make informed decisions. From urban planning and environmental management to disaster response and market analysis, geospatial analysis plays a crucial role. Continuous advancements in satellite imagery, artificial intelligence, and data analytics have further accelerated the sector's growth, especially for open-source intelligence.

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The New Indian Express | Toll Plazas: Where FASTags have fallen short and why India's new dream might prove harder to realise

By Dr. Y Nithiyanandam

The New Indian Express | India’s National Geospatial Policy: Analysing progress and charting the future

By Nithiyanandam Y & Satyam Kushwaha

Spacepreneur | India's Space and Geospatial Policies: Unlocking New Horizons

By Nithiyanandam

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Dr. Nithiyanandam on Global Express | The ingress near Chumbi Valley: and how China militarised the heights
Dr. Nithiyanandam on Global Express | The ingress near Chumbi Valley: and how China militarised the heights

Senior Journalist Neena Gopal is in discussion with Dr Nithiyanandan, Head of the Geospatial Research Program at Takshasila Institution. If it wasn’t for geospatial intelligence, none of this would even be in the public domain. But unveiling the Dragon’s footprint today is Dr Y. Nithiyanandam of Takshashila Institution, who has tracked Chinese intrusions upto 9 km inside Bhutanese territory along the MOCHU River in the Doklam Plateau.  Bordered by Sikkim, and a string of mountain peaks, It’s a de facto occupation of Bhutanese territory -  and given the recent talks between Thimpu and Beijing, China’s construction activity at the Doklam tri-junction and the threat it poses to India’s Siliguri Corridor should be a matter of some concern in Delhi.

2017 முதல் 2023 வரை டோக்லாமில் சீனாவின் கால் தடம் | China's PLA's presence in Doklam 2017-2023
2017 முதல் 2023 வரை டோக்லாமில் சீனாவின் கால் தடம் | China's PLA's presence in Doklam 2017-2023

In this video, Prof Nithiyanandam, Professor and the Head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program, explains China’s People Liberation Armey’s presence in the Doklam region from 2017-2023, using geospatial imagery and data.

Chinese Military Airpower Expansion in Tibet: திபெத்தில் வலுபெற்றுவரும் சீன விமானப்படை
Chinese Military Airpower Expansion in Tibet: திபெத்தில் வலுபெற்றுவரும் சீன விமானப்படை

In this video, Prof Nithiyanandam, Professor and the Head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program, discusses Chinese airpower expansion in Tibet, close to the Indian borders.

Increasing Radar Surveillance Activity in Tibet | திபெத்தில் அதிகரித்துவரும் சீனா ரேடார் கண்காணிப்பு
Increasing Radar Surveillance Activity in Tibet | திபெத்தில் அதிகரித்துவரும் சீனா ரேடார் கண்காணிப்பு

In this video, Prof Nithiyanandam, Professor and the Head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program, discusses China’s radar surveillance attempt in Tibet.

China's map mischief: What India must do now
China's map mischief: What India must do now

In a video for Global Express, Lt. Gen. Prakash Menon (Head, Strategic Affairs Programme, Takshashila) and Dr. Y Nithiyanandam (Head, Geospatial Research Programme, Takshashila), discuss with Ashok Kantha, Former Ambassador to China and senior journalist Neena Gopal, China’ latest cartographic aggression.

Dr. Nithiyanandam discusses Chandrayaan-3 on Mantavya News
Dr. Nithiyanandam discusses Chandrayaan-3 on Mantavya News

Dr Nithiyanandam, head of Takshashila’s Geospatial Programme, appeared on three TV shows on Gujarati Channel Mantavya News on August 22-23, 2023, and discussed India’s successful lunar landing and its larger scientific and strategic implications.

Mega dam on the roof of the world | உலகின் கூரையில் மெகா அணை
Mega dam on the roof of the world | உலகின் கூரையில் மெகா அணை

China is planning to build the world's largest dam very close to India's border. It may be used as a potential weapon against India. In this video, Prof Nithiyanandam, Professor and the Head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program, talks about the possible impact of this dam on India and Bangladesh.

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Dr Y. Nithiyanandam
Dr Y. Nithiyanandam

Dr Y. Nithiyanandam is a professor and the head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program. He is working on several themes in defense and national security.