CORS NETWORK

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Context

• Dr Jitendra Singh launches the latest National Survey Network in India, called the "Continuously Operating Reference Stations" (CORS) Network.
• The Survey of India has established over 1,000 CORS stations across the country.

Details

Significance of CORS Network

• Provides centimeter-level positioning services in real-time.
• Offers a world-class Precise Location based service.
• Enables high-accuracy mapping and positioning data for various sectors.

Government Initiatives

• SVAMITVA project for mapping rural abadi areas.
• PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity.
• Smart Cities & AMRUT Project for urban development.
• Bharatmala and Sagarmala Projects for improving the logistics sector.
• National Hydrology Project for harnessing water resources.

Impact of CORS Services

• Boosts auto navigation and machine control-based solutions in Agriculture, Mining, Construction, Transport, and Civil Aviation sectors.
• Aids in scientific studies such as Upper Atmosphere and Space weather studies, Meteorology, Plate motion and Tectonic studies, Seismology, and Hydrology.

Geospatial Sector Development

• CORS data ensures coherence in geospatial data generated by different stakeholders.
• Enables accessibility of valuable Geospatial data collected using public funds to businesses and the general public.