{"id":35944,"date":"2025-07-22T09:56:31","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T04:26:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35944"},"modified":"2025-07-22T09:56:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T04:26:33","slug":"national-geospatial-award-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"INCOIS Wins National Geospatial Award 2025 for Ocean GIS Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#INCOIS_wins_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025_for_its_open-source_GIS_contributions_in_ocean_data_services_like_tsunami_alerts_marine_forecasts_and_fishing_advisories_Know_its_exam_relevance_historical_context_FAQs_and_key_takeaways\" >INCOIS wins National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025 for its open-source GIS contributions in ocean data services like tsunami alerts, marine forecasts, and fishing advisories. Know its exam relevance, historical context, FAQs, and key takeaways.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#INCOIS_Awarded_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025\" >INCOIS Awarded National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Recognising_Marine_GIS_Innovation\" >Recognising Marine GIS Innovation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Transforming_Ocean_Data_Access\" >Transforming Ocean Data Access<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Empowering_Stakeholders\" >Empowering Stakeholders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Recognition_by_National_Leaders\" >Recognition by National Leaders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Cost%E2%80%91Effective_Accessible_Tech\" >Cost\u2011Effective &amp; Accessible Tech<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Strategic_Growth_in_Oceanography\" >Strategic Growth in Oceanography<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Exam_Relevance\" >Exam Relevance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#INCOIS_A_Timeline\" >INCOIS: A Timeline<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_INCOIS_Award\" >Key Takeaways from INCOIS Award<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#1_What_is_INCOIS\" >1. What is INCOIS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#2_Why_did_INCOIS_receive_the_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025\" >2. Why did INCOIS receive the National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#3_What_are_the_practical_applications_of_INCOIS_services\" >3. What are the practical applications of INCOIS services?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#4_Who_presented_the_award_to_INCOIS_in_2025\" >4. Who presented the award to INCOIS in 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#5_Why_is_this_relevant_for_competitive_exams\" >5. Why is this relevant for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/awards_medals\/national-geospatial-award-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INCOIS_wins_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025_for_its_open-source_GIS_contributions_in_ocean_data_services_like_tsunami_alerts_marine_forecasts_and_fishing_advisories_Know_its_exam_relevance_historical_context_FAQs_and_key_takeaways\"><\/span><strong>INCOIS wins National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025<\/strong> for its open-source GIS contributions in ocean data services like tsunami alerts, marine forecasts, and fishing advisories. Know its exam relevance, historical context, FAQs, and key takeaways.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INCOIS_Awarded_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025\"><\/span><strong>INCOIS Awarded National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognising_Marine_GIS_Innovation\"><\/span>Recognising Marine GIS Innovation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), has been honoured with the prestigious <strong>National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025<\/strong>. The accolade was conferred during the second edition of <strong>Open Source GIS Day<\/strong> at IIT Bombay, marking its leadership in harnessing geospatial innovations to transform ocean information systems <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transforming_Ocean_Data_Access\"><\/span>Transforming Ocean Data Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">INCOIS\u2019s commitment to <strong>open-source Geographic Information Systems (GIS)<\/strong>\u2014notably platforms like QGIS and GeoServer\u2014has revolutionized how marine data is processed and delivered. Complex oceanographic parameters such as tide patterns, sea surface temperatures, and wave heights are now readily available in user-friendly maps and real-time dashboards <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Empowering_Stakeholders\"><\/span>Empowering Stakeholders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This geospatial transformation has direct real-world impact. INCOIS services, including Potential Fishing Zone (PFZ) advisories, marine weather bulletins, tsunami alerts, and coastal erosion modeling, are now more accessible to fishermen, maritime authorities, disaster management agencies, and researchers. This step has enhanced decision-making efficacy in both routine activities and crisis scenarios <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognition_by_National_Leaders\"><\/span>Recognition by National Leaders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award was received by INCOIS Director T. M. Balakrishnan Nair from former ISRO Chairman A. S. Kiran Kumar\u2014highlighting the importance of space and geospatial technologies in sustainable ocean governance <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost%E2%80%91Effective_Accessible_Tech\"><\/span>Cost\u2011Effective &amp; Accessible Tech<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adopting open-source tools ensures cost efficiency and wider adaptability, especially significant for remote coastal communities. This approach empowers small agencies and stakeholders to access marine geospatial tools without heavy investment in proprietary software <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"national-geospatial-award-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/GwDwVQSW4AA6GUQ?format=jpg&amp;name=large\" alt=\"national geospatial award 2025\" title=\"national geospatial award 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">national geospatial award 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why This News is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Growth_in_Oceanography\"><\/span>Strategic Growth in Oceanography<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is aiming to be a global leader in operational oceanography. INCOIS\u2019s recognition reflects the government&#8217;s increasing emphasis on geospatial technologies as strategic tools for strengthening India\u2019s maritime capabilities, coastal resilience, and disaster preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_Relevance\"><\/span>Exam Relevance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For government exam candidates\u2014across UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Police, Defence, and Teacher selections\u2014understanding the integration of GIS in national-level institutions is crucial. Topics under Science &amp; Technology, Environment, Disaster Management, and National Infrastructure frequently feature such advancements in current affairs sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INCOIS_A_Timeline\"><\/span>INCOIS: A Timeline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1998-99<\/strong>: INCOIS was established in Hyderabad as an autonomous body under MoES, focused on operational oceanography.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2000s<\/strong>: Expanded its mandate to include tsunami early-warning systems, marine ecosystem monitoring, and coastal hazard modeling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Since 2010<\/strong>: Began leveraging GIS to enhance maritime situational awareness, integrating satellite data and IoT with geospatial platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2025<\/strong>: Awarded the National Geospatial Practitioner Award\u2014affirming its leadership in open-source marine GIS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_INCOIS_Award\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from INCOIS Award<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>INCOIS won the <strong>National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025<\/strong>, recognized at IIT Bombay <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Award presented during <strong>Open Source GIS Day Edition 02<\/strong>, highlighting open-source innovation <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>INCOIS utilizes platforms like <strong>QGIS and GeoServer<\/strong> to map and share ocean data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Key services include <strong>Potential Fishing Zones, tsunami and marine weather alerts<\/strong>, aiding fishermen and disaster management <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Received by director <strong>T. M. Balakrishnan Nair<\/strong>, from ex-ISRO chief <strong>A. S. Kiran Kumar<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">national geospatial award 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_INCOIS\"><\/span>1. What is INCOIS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), dedicated to operational oceanography and providing real-time ocean data and services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_did_INCOIS_receive_the_National_Geospatial_Practitioner_Award_2025\"><\/span>2. Why did INCOIS receive the National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">INCOIS received the award for its pioneering use of open-source GIS tools like QGIS and GeoServer to deliver ocean-related data and services such as fishing zone advisories, tsunami alerts, and marine forecasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_practical_applications_of_INCOIS_services\"><\/span>3. What are the practical applications of INCOIS services?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">INCOIS services assist in marine navigation, disaster risk reduction, fishing operations, coastal planning, and scientific research by providing real-time oceanographic data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_presented_the_award_to_INCOIS_in_2025\"><\/span>4. Who presented the award to INCOIS in 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award was presented by former ISRO Chairman <strong>A. S. Kiran Kumar<\/strong> during the Open Source GIS Day Edition 02 held at <strong>IIT Bombay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_this_relevant_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>5. 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