National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organization (NATMO)

Recently, the National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organization (NATMO) published the 4th updated version of COVID-19 Dashboard.
NATMO functions under the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology.
It is headquartered in Kolkata.
It was founded by Prof. S.P.Chatterjee, the then Professor of Geography, Calcutta University.
It is the sole national agency bearing the responsibility of depicting national framework data in the form of thematic maps and atlases to cater to the various needs of different sectors.
Objectives and Function:
- To collaborate with other central and state government organisations to meet their map requirements.
- To promote the use of geospatial information and technology in cartography
- To provide training in Remote sensing, Geographical Information System, Global Positioning System and Digital Cartography.
- 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.