National Atlas & Thematic Mapping Organisation

National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organization (NATMO) is a subordinate department under the Department of Science & Technology.
With its headquarters in Kolkata, it is a sole national agency with the responsibility to depict national framework data in the form of thematic maps and atlases to cater for the various needs of different sectors.
It has the largest repository of spatial and non-spatial data processed with greater accuracy for delivering good quality products.
Main functions of this organization are :

Compilation of the National Atlas of India in Hindi, English and other regional languages.
Preparation of thematic maps based on socio-economic, physical, cultural, environmental, demographic and other issues.
Preparation of maps/atlases for the visually impaired.
Digital mapping and training using remote sensing, GPS and GIS technology.

Cartographic and geographical research at a national level.

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