CERC for preparing master plans under AMRUT reconstituted
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Why in news
The state government reconstituted the Consultancy Evaluation and Review Committee (CERC) to monitor the preparation of GIS-based master plans for 49 towns under the AMRUT 2.0 mission.
Background
The CERC is chaired by the AMRUT Mission Director and reports to the State Level Technical Committee. The project involves drone surveys and GIS-based master plans for 49 towns, with data to be sourced from the Survey of India.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeAMRUT 2.0: Urban renewal mission involving GIS-based master plans and drone surveys
- BodyCERC: Consultancy Evaluation and Review Committee tasked with monitoring consultant works
- BodySurvey of India: Agency providing drone data for town master plans
- Fact49 towns in the state are targeted for GIS-based master plans
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the integration of GIS and drone technology can enhance urban planning and infrastructure management under the AMRUT 2.0 mission.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data accuracy: High-resolution drone surveys reducing errors in urban spatial mapping
- Institutional oversight: Role of CERC in ensuring quality of private consultancy outputs
- Digital divide: Challenges in integrating GIS data into local municipal governance
Keywords: GIS mapping · Urban planning · AMRUT 2.0 · Drone surveys · Institutional monitoring
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