As Rahul Gandhi starts campaigning for the Lok Sabha elections from Raebareli on Friday, he is bound to face locals who would either compare the state of the city today with his grandmother's times, or Narendra Modi’s Varanasi
Varanasi undergoes a 3D survey using low-flying aircraft to create a digital twin map for the city s integrated command center. The project, led by Varanasi Smart City, plans to enhance city management through modern mapping technology.
The first phase of Sigra Stadium’s redevelopment and modernisation opens new avenues for athletes in Varanasi. The sports complex features a multi-level, multi-sports indoor facility with diverse amenities, including badminton courts, squash courts, and more. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the complex during his visit to Varanasi. Additionally, Varanasi is leading the way in 3D urban mapping with the establishment of a 3-D Urban Spatial Digital Twin City.
Varanasi is set to become the first city in the country to develop 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twins for all its wards. This project, under the Varanasi Smart City program, aims to create a comprehensive digital 3D urban spatial map using LiDAR technology. The Digital Twin will integrate with the Kashi Integrated Command and Control Centre, improving the efficiency of various departments and facilitating the planning of infrastructure systems.