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Habitat mapping gives a clear, structured view of how landscapes are organised and how species rely on them. It helps identify vulnerable areas, track ecological change, and guide conservation with evidence rather than assumption. By revealing fragmentation, degradation, and resource pressures, it supports better policy, targeted restoration, conflict mitigation, and long-term environmental planning that avoids costly mistakes and preserves ecological stability. Remote sensing is unmatched...

One of the most severe flood events in the state’s recent history. This post focuses on Thrissur district, showing: 1. Pre flood conditions 2. Post flood conditions 3. Flood inundation extent derived from satellite data The maps highlight how widespread inundation developed during peak monsoon rainfall and river overflow.  Remote sensing helps visualise these impacts at scale and supports flood assessment efforts. Note: These maps are shared for informational and educational purposes....

The Supreme Court’s 2025 verdict introducing a uniform legal definition of the Aravalli Hills is a landmark moment for environmental governance in India. By defining Aravalli Hills based on relative relief (≥100 m above local relief) and spatial clustering, the judgment aims to bring clarity and consistency across Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. However, from an environmental and geomorphological perspective, this definition may have serious unintended consequences. The Aravalli range...