AI, drone-based land surveys, satellite imagery becoming part of governance: Prez Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday met the probationers of the Indian Defence Estates Service, Military Engineer Services and Central Water Engineering Service at Rashtrapati Bhavan here.

Addressing the Indian Defence Estates Service officers, the President said in this era of rapid technological transformation, the integration of digital solutions is a necessity. It is their duty to stay abreast of the technological advancements and apply them in their functioning.

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She said Artificial Intelligence (AI), drone-based land surveys, satellite imagery, and blockchain for property record maintenance are no longer futuristic concepts, they are becoming part of governance.

The President advised them to embrace green practices in infrastructure development, adopt renewable energy solutions, reduce wastage, and ensure water conservation in cantonments.

Addressing the Military Engineer Services officers, Murmu said as emerging leaders in the field of military construction, young MES officers have a crucial responsibility not only to build but to build with responsibility.

She said they should focus on the adoption of renewable energy sources to promote sustainable development and reduce carbon footprint of defense infrastructure.

The President expressed her joy to note that MES is actively promoting the use of indigenous materials and technologies under the ‘Make in India’ initiative aligning with the national vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

Addressing the Central Water Engineering Service officers, Murmu said sustainable development of water resources and efficient management of water is key to water security and growth, especially in the wake of changing climatic trends.

By providing clean water and promoting water conservation, India can improve public health, boost agricultural productivity, and ensure sustainable use of natural resources, the President said.

She underlined that the contribution of Central Water Engineering Service officers towards water infrastructure development, by providing engineering solutions, will make the country more resilient against natural and man-made water crises.