Bengaluru, 26 Oct 

The State government has announced that it has significantly improved planning, monitoring, and transparency across various sectors through a technology-driven governance model. In a report titled "Success Stories in Governance through Geographical Information System (GIS) – Karnataka's Experience," the state government highlights the Karnataka State Remote Sensing Applications Centre (KSRSAC). Established in 1986 under the Department of e-Governance, it has pioneered innovations in decision-making through GIS technology.

The Karnataka Geographic Information System (K-GIS) platform serves as a vital digital resource, offering spatial data and location-based information to government departments and citizens alike. Initiatives like the Dishank mobile application allow citizens to access land and survey details directly, while e-Khata and e-Swathu ensure transparent land record management.

In rural development, the New Gandhi Saakshi Kayaka (NGSK) application tracks rural road projects, integrating progress monitoring with the state treasury for transparent payments. Furthermore, GIS technology is applied in environmental protection, urban planning, and agriculture, emphasising the Karnataka government's commitment to a "transparent, efficient, and scientific governance framework."