Indian remote sensing programme

Abstract The paper discusses the ongoing remote sensing application activities and planned efforts of India. The foundations and infrastructure development of the National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS) are described. Important components of the Indian Remote Sensing Satellite Series (IRS) and the Regional Remote Sensing Service Centres are highlighted. Low cost photointerpretation equipments developed in India and the status of infrastructure development by the State and Central Governments for using remote sensing techniques are briefly discussed. A number of international cooperative efforts in which India is a partner are narrated.