Overview

The Adarsh Champawat Geospatial Dashboard is a comprehensive Web GIS application designed for district-level spatial analysis and decision support. Developed for Champawat District in Uttarakhand, India, the dashboard integrates advanced geospatial analysis with AI/ML capabilities.

Key Features

• Interactive map visualization with multiple layers
• Real-time spatial data analysis
• AI-powered insights using LLM + RAG
• Custom report generation
• Multi-user collaboration features
• Mobile-responsive design

Technical Architecture

The system uses a modern stack combining:

• Backend: REST APIs with PostGIS for spatial queries
• Frontend: Svelte for reactive UI components
• Geospatial: GeoServer for WMS/WFS services
• AI Integration: LLM + RAG for intelligent analysis
• Deployment: Docker containers on EC2/ECS

Impact

The dashboard has been adopted by district administration for:

• Land use planning and management
• Environmental monitoring
• Disaster response coordination
• Resource allocation optimization

Lessons Learned

This project demonstrated the value of combining traditional GIS capabilities with modern AI techniques. Key insights include the importance of user-centered design for domain experts and the need for robust data quality assurance in geospatial applications.