How India’s New Map Stack is Transforming Roads, Cities, and Connectivity

Genesys International’s New India Map Stack is revolutionizing India’s mapping infrastructure by creating a high-precision, multi-layered digital model of the country. Using the Genesys Constellation sensor network, it enables accurate road maps and 3D city models, benefiting industries like transportation, telecom, urban planning, and disaster management.

For automobiles, it enhances ADAS and autonomous driving safety. In railways, it aids accident prevention. Telecom firms use it for efficient 5G tower placement, while disaster management authorities rely on its real-time flood and cyclone tracking. Urban projects like Mumbai’s Digital Twin benefit from detailed planning data.

Supported by India’s National Geospatial Policy, this initiative is compared to Aadhaar and UPI in terms of digital impact. With its applications in infrastructure, utilities, and renewable energy, Genesys’ mapping technology is set to make India smarter, safer, and more connected.

How India’s New Map Stack is Transforming Roads, Cities, and Connectivity

Genesys International is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative called the New India Map Stack, aimed at transforming India’s mapping infrastructure. Unlike traditional maps, this project creates a detailed, multi-layered digital model of the country, offering high-precision data that revolutionizes sectors like transportation, telecom, urban planning, and disaster management.

Cutting-Edge Technology for Accurate Mapping

At the core of this initiative is the Genesys Constellation, a network of advanced sensors that collect geospatial data to build precise road maps and 3D city models. According to Sajid Malik, Chairman of Genesys, this technology goes beyond navigation—it’s a tool designed to improve safety, efficiency, and the quality of life for millions.

Transforming Key Industries

1. Automotive & Road Safety
   With the rise of self-driving cars and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), vehicles require ultra-accurate maps to operate safely. Genesys provides engineering-grade digital maps that enable real-time navigation, lane guidance, and hazard detection, reducing accidents and enhancing road safety.
2. Railways & Public Transport
   India’s railways face significant safety challenges, particularly in cities like Mumbai, where thousands of lives are lost annually due to accidents. High-precision mapping helps identify accident-prone zones, improve railway planning, and enhance commuter safety through better infrastructure design.
3. Telecom & Connectivity
   As India rolls out 5G and expands broadband under projects like BharatNet (a $10 billion digital initiative), telecom companies rely on Genesys’ maps to strategically place cell towers. This ensures wider coverage, reduces costs, and minimizes radiation exposure. The maps also optimize fiber-laying routes, saving time and resources.
4. Disaster Management
   Floods, landslides, and cyclones frequently disrupt lives in India. Genesys’ Digital Surface Models (DSM) and Digital Terrain Models (DTM) allow authorities to predict disasters in real time. Cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, which often face urban flooding, use this data to plan emergency responses. Additionally, this technology aids in cyclone tracking and wildfire prevention.
5. Urban Planning
   Over 5,000 Indian towns lack detailed digital maps, hindering development. The New India Map Stack fills this gap, supporting projects like Mumbai’s Digital Twin (a virtual replica of the city) and the Dharavi Redevelopment Plan. These maps help design efficient roads, railways, and utility networks while managing essential resources like water and electricity.
6. Utilities & Renewable Energy
   From repairing leaking pipelines to planning solar farms, precise maps are essential. Genesys’ data aids in mapping underground utilities, optimizing power grids, and identifying ideal locations for wind and solar projects, accelerating India’s transition to green energy.

Government Backing & Policy Support

The success of the New India Map Stack is strengthened by India’s National Geospatial Policy, which allows private firms to create and monetize high-accuracy geospatial data. States like Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal are leveraging these maps for land reforms and rural development, promoting greater transparency in governance.

A Digital Milestone for India

Sajid Malik compares this initiative to transformative projects like Aadhaar (digital identity) and UPI (digital payments), calling it India’s next major leap in digital infrastructure. He emphasizes that modern maps are no longer just navigation tools—they are crucial for economic growth, governance, and public safety.

The Road Ahead

As India advances toward a tech-driven future, Genesys remains at the forefront of this transformation. From safer roads and smarter cities to disaster-resilient communities, its mapping solutions are reshaping industries and improving daily life. With government support and cutting-edge innovation, the New India Map Stack is set to make the country more connected, efficient, and prepared for future challenges.

In essence, this project isn’t just about maps—it’s about building a safer, smarter, and more sustainable India for generations to come.