The Goa State Urban Development Agency (GSUDA) is initiating GIS mapping for urban areas in South Goa, appointing an agency to conduct a detailed survey for tax assessment, property mapping, and QR code generation. With an estimated cost of Rs 17 crore, the project targets municipalities like Canacona, Cuncolim, Sanguem, and others. GSUDA plans a door-to-door survey, assigning a Unique Property Identification Code (UPIC), integrating spatial data for tax assessment, and solid waste management. Urban development minister Vishwajit Rane assures similar mapping in South Goa, addressing revenue losses. The agency aids in database creation, linking photographs, and tax assessment.
The Goa State Urban Development Agency (GSUDA) is embarking on a significant initiative to conduct a Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping of urban properties in South Goa. Gurudas Pilarnekar, the member secretary of GSUDA, announced that the government is in the process of appointing an agency for this purpose.
The municipalities within South Goa's district, including Canacona, Cuncolim, Sanguem, Curchorem-Cacora, Quepem, Mormugao, and Margao, will undergo comprehensive GIS mapping. Gurudas Pilarnekar highlighted the initiation of the tendering process, and once the agency is finalized, they will seek financial approval from the government to commence the project.
The primary objectives of this GIS mapping project include a detailed survey of properties for tax assessment, the creation of a property feature map layer to integrate with applications like One Goa Map/PM Gati Shakti, and the generation of Scanify QR codes for properties to facilitate tax collection and solid waste management. The estimated cost of the project is Rs 17 crore, with an expected completion timeline of 18 months.
Urban development minister Vishwajit Rane, during the monsoon session of the state assembly, had previously informed that GIS mapping was already underway in North Goa. He assured that a similar exercise would be conducted in South Goa to analyse revenue losses in municipal areas and address any leakages in the system.
GSUDA, through the agency's services, aims to conduct a meticulous door-to-door survey of each property. This involves measuring properties, creating sketch diagrams, and computerizing the collected data for tax assessment based on rateable/capital value. A Unique Property Identification Code (UPIC) will be assigned to each property based on the council, ward number, survey number/sub-division, and house number.
The comprehensive survey also includes capturing coordinates of each property, creating a database, and computerizing the entire dataset for tax assessment. This process involves linking property photographs and sketch diagrams with property information. The agency will analyse property records in comparison with existing data and assist GSUDA in tax assessment using capital value-based taxation methods.
The GIS mapping project is a multifaceted approach to modernize property management, enhance tax assessment accuracy, and integrate spatial data into broader government applications. It not only addresses revenue considerations but also facilitates efficient solid waste management through the integration of Scanify QR codes. As South Goa gears up for this transformative initiative, the collaboration between GSUDA and the appointed agency is poised to bring about a significant upgrade in the management of urban properties, contributing to the overall development of the region.
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