Spatial data infrastructure for prosperous Nepal

Sharma, Rabin K. and Babu Ram Acharya

This paper examines the current status of spatial data infrastructure development in Nepal and discuss about the components of SDI as well as expectations from SDI. Importance of metadata base and concept of electronic clearinghouse are also briefly explained. The expectations from the implementations of NSDI are identify as, it leads to envisage its rationale for development towards the prosperous Nepal, create an environment for sustainable development from local to national level and ultimately support for good governance in Nepal. Furthermore, provide a list of action plans to be taken immediately to operate NSDI efficiently and effectively.

Event: 3rd FIG Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific : Surveying the Future - Contributions to Economic, Environmental and Social Development

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