DoP Signs MoU with ESRI India for Geospatial Tech Integration

Current Context: On September 1, 2025, the Department of Posts (DoP) signed an MoU with ESRI India Technologies Pvt. Ltd. at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi.

• The aim is to enhance the DIGIPIN (Digital Pincode Addressing System) using advanced GIS (Geographic Information System) tools.
• ESRI will integrate high-resolution maps, street basemaps, and the Living Atlas into the portal.
• This will improve digital address accuracy, benefiting citizens, businesses, and government services.
• ESRI India will also provide technical support and promote DIGIPIN within the GIS developer community.
• The collaboration strengthens India’s digital infrastructure and supports efficient service delivery.

Question:

Q.1 What is the full form of DIGIPIN, which the Department of Posts aims to enhance through the MoU with ESRI India?
a) Digital Postal Identification Number
b) Digital Pincode Addressing System
c) Digital Postal Addressing Network
d) Digital India Pincode Integration Network

Answer: b) DIGIPIN stands for Digital Pincode Addressing System, designed to improve accuracy of digital addresses.