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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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.
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.
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.
In this video, Prof Nithiyanandam, Professor and the Head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program, discusses China’s radar surveillance attempt in Tibet.
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, 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.
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 is a professor and the head of the Takshashila Institution's Geospatial Program. He is working on several themes in defense and national security.