Ranchi, March 24 Dr. N. Rama Rao, a professor at the Indian Institute of Space Technology (IIST) in Kerala, stated on Tuesday that hyperspectral remote sensing is revolutionizing mineral and environmental monitoring, particularly in regions like Jharkhand.
Addressing a workshop on hyperspectral and LiDAR data analysis at the Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, in Ranchi, Rao said the technology enables precise differentiation between ore and waste, while also providing deeper insights into forest health and vegetation stress.
"The technology also plays a crucial role in improving agricultural planning in rainfed plateau areas. Through hands-on work with hyperspectral and LiDAR datasets, we aim to bridge the gap between advanced science and practical application," he said.
Dr. AP Krishna, a professor and head of the department of remote sensing and geoinformatics at BIT Mesra, and other dignitaries attended the event, which focused on the use of hyperspectral and LiDAR data in resource mapping, environmental monitoring, and geospatial analysis.
As part of the workshop, live classes and laboratory sessions for participants using hyperspectral and LiDAR datasets were also conducted.