Indian Society of Geomatics

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Awards

Honouring Excellence: Dr. Shailesh Nayak Receives 'Padma Shri'

A distinguished scientist, academician and administrator, Dr. Shailesh Nayak possess a multifaceted and accomplished career in the field of Earth sciences and remote sensing. Dr. Nayak began his professional career at the Space Applications Centre, in 1978. Over the years, he ascended to the position of Group Director of Marine and Water Resources, where he conceptualized and executed numerous national-level projects involving satellite data for applications such as ocean colour, integrated coastal zone management, snow and glacier studies, and water resources. Subsequently Dr. Nayak played a crucial role as the Chair of the Earth System Science Organisation (ESSO) and Secretary to the Government of India for the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). His contributions extended to the restructuring of Coastal Regulation Zone Notification by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, influencing the policy for coastal zone regulation. Later, as the Director of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) in Hyderabad, he established an advanced Early Warning System for Tsunami and Storm Surges in the Indian Ocean and pioneered the development of Marine GIS.

Dr. Nayak presently serves as the Director of the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) in Bengaluru. Additionally, he holds esteemed roles such as the Chancellor of the TERI School of Advanced Studies in Delhi and serves as a Life Trustee of the India International Centre in New Delhi. He is also the President of the Indian Geophysical Union in Hyderabad and the Indian Mangrove Society, playing an active role in advancing scientific research and promoting sustainable development. Apart from his leadership roles, Dr. Nayak is actively involved in various governing boards and committees related to space, ecology, and coastal zone management. He holds memberships in esteemed organizations like the Indian Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), the Foundation for Ecological Security, and the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Zone Management, among others.

Recognized for his outstanding scientific contributions, Dr. Nayak is a fellow of prestigious scientific academies and organizations. He has authored more than 190 papers in international and national journals and has delivered around 200 invited talks in national and international forums. His impact on society has been acknowledged through numerous awards, including the IGU – Hari Narain Lifetime Achievement Award in Geosciences-2013, the ISCA Vikram Sarabhai Memorial Award 2012, and the Bhaskara Award for 2009 by the Indian Society of Remote Sensing.

As one of the foundation members (ISG-L-19) of the Indian Society of Geomatics (ISG) Dr. Nayak has made significant contributions to the growth of ISG. He as President, ISG during 2011-2014 and elected as Fellow of ISG in 2015.

In recognition of Dr. Nayak’s outstanding contributions to the field of science and engineering, the Government of India honoured him with the civilian honour ‘Padma Shri’ in 2024. On this proud moment, the ISG fraternity comes together to express our sincere congratulations to Dr. Nayak for receiving this well-deserved honour, the esteemed Padma Shri Award. While we wish him continued success in his future endeavours, may this prestigious honour inspire the present and future generations of researchers.

National Geomatics Award for Excellence

This award has been instituted to recognize outstanding and conspicuously important contribution in promoting geomatics technology and applications at the country level. The contributions should have made major impact on the use of this technology for national development. Award comprises a medal, a citation and a sum of Rs. 50,000/-

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National Geomatics Awards

Indian Society of Geomatics has instituted two National Geomatics Awards to be given each year for (a) Original and significant contribution in Geomatics technology, (b) Innovative application(s) in the field of Geomatics. Each award comprises a medal, a citation and a sum of Rs. 25,000/-.

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Prof. Kakani Nageswara Rao Endowment Young Achiever Award

Indian Society of Geomatics instituted a new award from year 2013 named “Prof. Kakani Nageswara Rao Endowment Young Achiever Award”, to encourage young researchers/scientists/academicians pursuing research in the field of geospatial technology/applications. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 10,000/- along with a citation.

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ISG Chapter Award for Best Performance

The best chapter award will be given to an active chapter of Indian Society of Geomatics, which has made significant contribution to further the mandate and goal of the society. The award consists of a citation and medal.

President’s Appreciation Medal for Contribution to the ISG

This award will be given to a member of the society, who has made noteworthy contribution to the growth of the ISG (its main body or any chapter). The Award consists of a Medal and a Citation.

  • Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics to Dr. Anjana Vyas
  • National Geomatics Award for Excellence to Dr. P V Radhadevi
  • National Geomatics Awards – Technology to Shri. Kamal Pandey
  • National Geomatics Awards – Technology to Shri. Rajendra N Gaikwad
  • National Geomatics Awards – Applications to Dr M D Behera
  • Prof. Kakani N Rao Young Achiever Award to Shri. Indranil Mishra
  • President’s Appreciation Medal for Contribution to the ISG to Dr. Chandra Prakash Singh
  • ISG Chapter Award for Best Performance toISG Ludhiana Chapter
  • National Geomatics Award for Excellence is awarded to Dr. Gulab Singh
  • National Geomatics Award – Technology is awarded to Dr. Shweta Sharma
  • National Geomatics Award – Applications is awarded to Dr. K R Manjunath
  • Young Achiever Award is awarded to Dr. Eswar Rajasekaran
  • ISG President’s appreciation medal is awarded to Dr K C Tiwari
  • Chapter Award for Best Performance is awarded to ISG Ahmedabad Chapter
  • Dr A S Rajawat has been elected Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics in 2020.
  • Dr Shakil Romshoo has been elected Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics in 2020.
  • National Geomatics Award for Excellence is awarded to Dr Ajai
  • K N Rao Young Achiever Award is awarded to Dr Prasun Kumar Gupta
  • ISG President’s appreciation medal is awarded to Ms Darshana Rawal
  • National Geomatics Award for Excellence is awarded to Dr Vinod M Bothale
  • National Geomatics Award for Excellence is awarded to Dr Sameer Saran
  • National Geomatics Award – Technology is awarded to Dr Dibyajyoti Chutia
  • Prof. K N Rao Young Achiever Award is awarded to Dr G Narasimha Rao
  • ISG President’s appreciation medal is awarded to Shri KLN Sastry
  • National Geomatics Award Technology for the year 2018 on Dr Harish Karnataka
  • Indian Society of Geomatics confers the Prof. Kakani Nageswara Rao Endowment Young Achiever Award for the year 2018 on Dr Surisetty.V.V. Arun Kumar
  • Indian Society of Geomatics confers President’s Appreciation Medal for contributions to the Society for the year 2018 on Shri N S Mehta and Shri K C Bharucha
  • Shri A.S. Kiran Kumar has been elected Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics in 2017.
  • Dr Pramod Kumar Verma has been elected Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics in 2017.
  • Maj. Gen. Siva Kumar has been elected Fellow of Indian Society of Geomatics in 2017
  • Indian Society of Geomatics Confers the Prestigious National Geomatics Award for Excellence for the year 2017 on Dr Mruthyunjaya Reddy.
  • National Geomatics Award Technology for the year 2017 on Dr Sameer Saran
  • Indian Society of Geomatics confers the Prof. Kakani Nageswara Rao Endowment Young Achiever Award for the year 2017 on Ms Neetu
  • Indian Society of Geomatics confers President’s Appreciation Medal for contributions to the Society for the year 2017 on Dr Markand P Oza