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OSGeospatialKC

This page contains information about the Open Source Geospatial Knowledge Centres identified across India from 2021 to 2026.

Open Source Geospatial Knowledge Centres
State/ Union TerritoryInstitution NameDistrictOpen Source Geospatial Faculty CoordinatorValidityRemarks
Arunachal PradeshSaint Claret College (Autonomous) ZiroLower SubansiriDr. Vajana Thakuria, HOD, Department of Geography2026 - 2031 (NMEICT Phase IV)Orientation started with a National Level Workshop on Opportunities in Open Source Technologies featuring exclusive participation from all sevenf North Eastern states of India on 07 September 2026 with a local College strength of 1000+ and Faculty.
Tamil NaduThassim Beevi Abdul Kader College for Women (Autonomous), KilakaraiRamanathapuramDr. S. Sumaya, Principal

2025 - 2026 (First cycle)

2026 - 2031 (Second Cycle)

A grand Orientation session for 1564 Women students and 120+ Faculty was conducted on 27 July 2026 marking the College's journey into the the next validation cycle 2026-2031. 
Tamil NaduJamal Mohamed College (Autonomous)TiruchirappalliDr. Prasanna, IQAC Coordinator

2024 - 2026 (First cycle)

2026 - 2031 (Second Cycle - NMEICT Phase IV)

Focused Open Source Capacity Building Efforts spanning all departments including formal representation in the Curricular and Extra-Curricular activities. With a commitment to orient 11,000+ students every Academic Year.