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Entrepreneur
02-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Esri India Opens GIS and AI Competency Centre in Noida with INR 150 Cr Investment Plan
The company will significantly expand its team, bringing in AI specialists, data scientists, GIS experts, and domain professionals to develop intelligent geospatial solutions that address the increasingly complex needs of GIS users. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Esri India Technologies Pvt Ltd has announced the launch of a cutting-edge Geographic Information System (GIS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Competency Centre in Noida. The company plans to invest over INR 150 crore in this facility over the next five years, aiming to boost the development of advanced GeoAI technologies. The newly inaugurated centre is a key part of Esri India's long-term strategy to accelerate innovation by merging geospatial intelligence with AI. The company will significantly expand its team, bringing in AI specialists, data scientists, GIS experts, and domain professionals to develop intelligent geospatial solutions that address the increasingly complex needs of GIS users. "The convergence of AI and geospatial intelligence is driving a new wave of innovation in GIS applications," said Agendra Kumar, Managing Director of Esri India. "This investment will empower our teams to integrate AI into spatial analysis, enabling users to derive deeper insights, automate tasks, and make faster decisions." The Noida facility will serve as a hub for the development of AI-powered GIS solutions that can transform how data is analyzed and interpreted across industries. Esri India, a leading provider of GIS software and mapping solutions, is also deepening collaborations with academic and research institutions to nurture AI talent and promote GeoAI innovation locally. This initiative is expected to position India at the forefront of next-generation geospatial technology development.
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Business Standard
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Five minute dash: Quick commerce cos tap spatial tech to cut delivery times
Spatial technology, which captures, stores, visualises and analyses data tied to specific locations on earth, is no longer limited to urban planning, transportation, agriculture or defence. It has now caught the fancy of burgeoning quick commerce (qcom) firms — firms that compete to deliver goods ordered online within minutes across cities and towns. 'Since the core promise of qcom is ultra-fast delivery, it is vital to have highly accurate, real-time insights on traffic conditions, road closures, route optimization, and weather disruptions to ensure timely fulfilment,' says Agendra Kumar, managing director of geographical information system (GIS) provider Esri India. He declined to name clients due to non-disclosure agreements. Esri brings in its GIS — a computer-based platform that manages geographic data of many kinds, such as maps, satellite imagery, global positioning system coordinates and attributable data (such as population density or building age). Kumar says the platform enables automation for dynamic, data-driven decision-making. Its software tools allow qcom firms to optimise logistics, reduce delivery times, and adapt swiftly to changing conditions, such as traffic congestion, weather disruptions or unexpected delays. 'This real-time spatial intelligence not only improves operational efficiency but also ensures a consistently high quality customer experience,' adds Kumar. For example, the platform delivers live analyses that help dark stores adjust product inventory based on common ordering patterns within a specific, defined area. It can also suggest alternative routes or adjust estimated delivery times if delays arise due to rain or traffic jams. The platform is working with qcom firms to reduce delivery times to as low as five minutes. Kumar says the platform and its analytics are sold as a subscription service, which can cost roughly ₹50 lakh per year for a city like Delhi, or over Rs 1 crore for firms offering quick commerce across India. The use of this technology supports the rapid rise of qcom. According to estimates, qcom now accounts for 20 per cent of the e-commerce market and has been growing by over 50 per cent per year. In larger cities, firms operate over 500 stores, with 25-50 delivery staff attached to each, making this a highly complex operation to manage. According to Kearney, qcom revenues are expected to treble between 2024 and 2027, reaching ₹1.5-1.7 trillion. By then, qcom will be available in every town with a population of 500,000 or more, with deep penetration in 100,000 households earning ₹6 lakh or more annually. Technology has also reshaped the workforce, making staff an integral part of the complex logistics and delivery platform. According to estimates, qcom employs roughly 62–64 people per ₹1 crore of gross merchandise value — comparable to general trade (63–66) and modern trade (63–66), and far higher than traditional e-commerce (25–29). The new North Star for speedy delivery · Gives quick commerce and food delivery firms an edge through precise, real-time insights · Enables route optimisation with data on traffic, closures, and weather delays
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Your city could get twice as hot—India braces for spike in heatwaves and extreme rains
New Delhi: If you've been feeling that summers are getting hotter and rains more unpredictable, you're not alone—and it's going to get worse. A new climate risk study by IPE Global and Esri India warns that eight out of every ten districts in India are set to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves and rainfall by 2030. The report found that cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Patna, Chennai, Surat, Thane, Hyderabad, and Bhubaneswar could witness a two-fold increase in heatwave days, with climate change turning once-predictable seasons into extremes. The study noted a 15-fold rise in extreme heatwave days across the March–September period in the last three decades and a 19-fold surge in the past ten years alone. These changes are not limited to temperatures. The report shows that erratic and heavy rains are becoming more common in regions already facing heat stress. The combination is expected to disrupt lives, damage infrastructure, and affect local economies. Coastal districts, particularly on both eastern and western coasts, are projected to experience extended heat stress during the monsoon season. Around 69% of these districts could face summer-like conditions during June to September by 2030, rising to 79% by 2040. Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Manipur are among the states likely to experience a double impact of heat and rainfall extremes. Over 80% of districts in these states are projected to be affected by 2030. Abinash Mohanty, Head of the Climate Change and Sustainability Practice at IPE Global and the study's lead author, said, 'The study and its stark findings suggest how climate change has exposed India to extreme heat and rainfall and the situation is going to be grimmer and harsher by 2030 with majority of the urban centres going to be impacted the most. Further, the meteorological phenomena like El Niño & La Niña are going to gain stronger momentum, resulting in abrupt surge in climate extremes like flood, cyclones, storm surges and extreme heat.' According to the analysis, 72% of tier-I and tier-II cities are expected to witness more instances of heat stress, extreme rainfall , storm surges, lightning, and hailstorms. Areas identified as hotspots are projected to undergo a 63% shift in land-use and land-cover, largely driven by surface changes, deforestation, and loss of wetlands. The report finds that extreme heatwave hotspots are increasingly seeing more erratic and incessant rainfall. It highlights that monsoon seasons are now resembling extended summers, except on non-rainy days. Ashwajit Singh, Managing Director of IPE Global, said, 'Climate and development pathways are intricately linked. Nearly all countries of the Global South face the dual challenge of improving living conditions for large segments of their population while simultaneously adapting to the consequences of climate change.' The study recommends establishing a Climate Risk Observatory (CRO) that uses real-time data, satellite observation, and climate models to assess and predict heat and rainfall risks at the district level. The CRO could guide policymakers, disaster management teams, and infrastructure planners with targeted data. Agendra Kumar, Managing Director, Esri India, said, 'The growing intensity and frequency of extreme heat and rainfall events across India are no longer rare occurrences—they are signals of a shifting climate reality impacting lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure. Geographic Information System (GIS) technology… offers a powerful lens to understand climate impacts across economic, social, and environmental dimensions.' The report also calls for introducing district-level 'heat-risk champions' to coordinate efforts through local disaster management committees and to explore climate risk financing mechanisms to manage future weather disruptions. The study uses a dynamic climate modelling approach with hyper-local assessments to forecast risks for 2030 and 2040. It concludes that relying solely on global models may not be sufficient for planning India's climate adaptation strategies.
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Climate
- Indian Express
Delhi among eight Indian cities facing double heatwave threat by 2030: Report
Delhi is one of eight Indian cities projected to experience a two-fold increase in the number of heatwave days by 2030, according to a latest research report. Mumbai, Chennai, Surat, Thane, Hyderabad, Patna, and Bhubaneswar are the seven other cities that are at a similar risk. Titled 'Weathering the Storm: Managing Monsoons in a Warming Climate', the report was released jointly by Esri India, a geographic information systems (GIS) solutions provider, and IPE Global, an international development consultancy group, on Monday. It is co-authored by climate experts Abinash Mohanty and Krishna Kumar Vsav. 'Extended heat wave conditions are likely to trigger more frequent, incessant, and erratic rainfall events. Eight out of ten districts in India are going to experience multiple instances of incessant and erratic rainfall by 2030,' the report stated. Delhi, which has already seen a heatwave this month, is projected to face heightened climate risks as summer conditions now increasingly spill over into the monsoon season. 'These extreme temperature events are not just limited to the peak summer months — they now increasingly overlap with the monsoon season, creating a dual threat of oppressive heat and extreme rainfall,' underlined a statement by Esri India. The report highlights a disturbing trend of intensifying heatwaves and prolonged summer-like conditions that extend well into the monsoon. It has warned of a 2.5-fold increase in the number of heatwave days by 2030 and a 43% rise in the intensity of extreme rainfall events across India, both driven by accelerating climate change. According to the analysis, India has seen a 15-fold increase in extreme heatwave days from March to May and June to September over the past three decades (1993–2024). The last decade alone recorded a 19-fold increase in such events, underscoring the growing urgency for climate adaptation, as per the findings. In the context of Delhi, this means that extreme heat will no longer be confined to the peak summer months but may coincide with heavy monsoon rains, posing a compound risk to the city's residents. In the report, it was further highlighted that about 72% of Tier-I and Tier-II cities are likely to face increased occurrences of both heat stress and extreme rainfall, often accompanied by storm surges, lightning, and hailstorms. Districts across diverse geographies — including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Odisha — have been flagged as vulnerable hotspots, indicating the pan-India nature of climate change risks. Among the states in the country, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh are expected to face the greatest stress, with over 75% of their districts likely to endure this 'double whammy' of persistent heat and erratic rains by the end of the decade. In terms of the way forward, the note recommended the establishment of a Climate Risk Observatory (CRO) to provide real-time risk assessments at the national level. This system would facilitate hyper-granular risk mapping and enhance early warning systems. Another key recommendation is the development of risk financing instruments to offset the socio-economic impacts of extreme weather.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
City may see rise in heatwave days, erratic rain events: Study
Chennai: Chennai is among eight Indian cities likely to face a two-fold increase in heatwave days in the next five years, with extended heatwave conditions expected to trigger more frequent, erratic, and incessant rainfall events, says a new study. The city, along with several coastal districts, is projected to undergo rapid microclimatic changes driven by land-use shifts, deforestation, and loss of wetlands and mangroves. Climate change is expected to drive a 43% rise in the intensity of extreme rainfall events across India, making it simultaneously hotter and wetter. "More than 75% of districts in 10 states, including TN, will face the double burden of heat stress and erratic, incessant rainfall by 2030. These districts are likely to experience at least one instance of a heatwave during March, April, or May." The study was conducted by by IPE-Global, involved in sustainable development, and Esri India, a company involved in GIS software and related solutions. 'Weathering the Storm: Managing Monsoons in a Warming Climate,' which assessed the link between extreme heat and erratic rainfall, was released at the International Global-South Climate Risk Symposium. By 2030, it said, 69% of coastal districts are projected to experience prolonged summer discomfort due to heat stress-like conditions during the June-Sept season, a figure that may rise to 79% by 2040. Under a business-as-usual climate scenario, where current emission trends and policies continue unchecked, Chennai and other identified hotspots could see up to a 63% change in land-use and land-cover by 2030. India already recorded a 15-fold increase in extreme heatwave days between March-May and June-Sept in the past three decades, with a 19-fold increase in the last decade alone. "Meteorological phenomena like El Niño and La Niña are gaining stronger momentum, leading to abrupt surges in climate extremes such as floods, cyclones, storm surges, and extreme heat," said Abinash Mohanty, head of Climate Change and Sustainability Practice at IPE Global and lead author. "Our analysis suggests that around 72% of tier-I and tier-II cities will increasingly face heat stress and extreme rainfall, with storm surges, lightning, and hailstorms. " Among the key recommendations of the study, which used spatial and temporal data along with climate models, is setting up a Climate Risk Observatory (CRO) to assess risks in real-time and develop risk financing tools to mitigate impacts of heatwaves and extreme rainfall events.
