About MAPPER
MAPPeR is the official geospatial repository and reference platform managed by the Mizoram Remote Sensing Application Centre (MIRSAC), established in 1988 to harness space technology for natural resource management in Mizoram Since then, it has refined its focus on delivering reliable publications, data products, and analytical tools that translate raw Remote Sensing and GIS data into actionable insights. MAPPeR centralizes these resources - ranging from thematic maps and scientific reports to interactive filters - ensuring users can quickly locate and utilize the information they need. By combining MIRSAC’s 30+ years of remote sensing and GIS expertise with modern web‑based delivery, MAPPeR stands as Mizoram’s premier geospatial knowledge hub - fueling informed decisions, community engagement, and sustainable development locally and beyond.
Purpose & Vision
MAPPeR’s primary purpose is to democratize access to reliable, project-based geospatial information, fostering transparency and collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, NGOs, and local communities. Our mission is to support sustainable policy formulation, community development, and scientific inquiry by providing up‑to‑date data on land use, water resources, agriculture & allied, forestry, infrastructure, and disaster management. By doing so, MAPPeR embodies MIRSAC’s vision of integrating geospatial science with real‑world applications to empower decision‑makers and inspire an informed citizenry across and beyond Mizoram. This extensive legacy underpins MAPPeR’s reliability where users benefit from well-vetted methodologies, standardized protocols, and a wealth of archived datasets that document Mizoram’s environmental and developmental trajectory.
The MAPPeR Platform
- Centralized Repository:A searchable catalog of reports, datasets, and geospatial services, updated regularly to reflect new geospatial technology use cases and field studies.
- Data/Document Download Hub:Curated documents available in common publication formats, with elaborate thematic abstract information.
Accessibility & Collaboration
MAPPeR embraces an open‑data ethos, ensuring that non‑proprietary datasets are freely accessible, while more specialized products can be requested through formal data orders which is a reflection model aligned with national geospatial policies. The platform facilitates cross‑sector collaboration by providing curated documentation and data integration for multi-thematic space applications and research projects for the State. Stakeholders are encouraged to contribute feedback, share case studies, and co‑develop new tools, fostering a dynamic ecosystem where geospatial innovation thrives.
