Amrit Sarovar Observatory

The Sarovar Observatory Portal is a geospatial monitoring platform developed through a collaboration between the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), Government of India, and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi).

The portal supports the Amrit Sarovar Project, a nationwide initiative focused on strengthening water conservation and sustainable rural water management.

Using satellite imagery and machine learning, the platform tracks and analyzes the surface water area of ponds (Sarovars) constructed or renovated under the program.

It generates monthly average water extent estimates, enabling consistent and large-scale monitoring across diverse regions of India.

The portal provides a centralized, transparent, and data-driven view of water dynamics, helping policymakers and stakeholders assess progress, identify seasonal trends, and make informed planning decisions. Designed for scalability and operational reliability, the Sarovar Observatory bridges advanced Earth observation technology with real-world governance needs.