The government is embarking on a plan to geotag essential telecommunication infrastructure, such as telecom towers and optical fibre cables, with the aim of enhancing coordination, particularly during emergency situations.
Geotagging of telecom infrastructure will not only aid in disaster management but also facilitate the planning and implementation of various developmental projects nationwide, according to officials familiar with the initiative.
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is spearheading the effort to geotag communication infrastructure across the country by 2027. This endeavor involves collaboration with other ministries and state governments to ensure seamless data sharing, enabling the integration of telecom infrastructure into other projects that rely on robust communication networks.
Recognizing the pivotal role of telecom infrastructure in India's development agenda, the government aims to leverage it as a cornerstone for achieving its vision of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. Despite significant progress in expanding telecom infrastructure coverage across the country, there remains a need to systematically map the existing infrastructure.
Through geotagging, the government intends to create a comprehensive database of telecom assets, facilitating better planning, management, and utilization of these resources for national development initiatives.
