Takshashila Geospatial Bulletin

#13 Mapping the Rise of Solar Energy Harvesting in Tibet Autonomous Region

TL; DR

Jun 7 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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February 2025

#12 Medog Mega-Dam 2.0: Renewed Insights on Risks & Impact

TL; DR

Feb 1 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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October 2024

#11 Disclosing the undisclosed: China's Advanced firing range and probable SIGINT facilities near Shigatse, TAR

TL; DR This report finds that a sophisticated PLA firing range near Shigatse is being used for high-altitude target practice and weapon calibration.

Oct 7, 2024 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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August 2024

#10 High-Altitude Hubs: The Strategic Heliports Shaping Tibet's Military Landscape

TL; DR—Heliports and helipads are strategically placed at key locations near the LAC, serving as logistics hubs to enable rapid troop and equipment…

Aug 6, 2024 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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June 2024

#9 Unlocking Tibet: In-Depth Mapping of Transport Infrastructure Through Geo-Spatial Analysis

TL;DR Geospatial maps help understand the connections between transportation networks.

Jun 4, 2024 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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March 2024

#8 China's Expansive Frontier: The rise of dual-purpose settlements in Tibet

TL;DR The study identifies a trend in developing settlements along border areas, particularly near valuable resources.

Mar 31, 2024 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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#7 Satellite Imagery Revelations: Tracking the Evolution of Two Chinese Settlements on the Contested India-China Border

TL; DR Significant recent developments have occurred in two border settlements, one in Zone A (an unnamed village) and the other in Zone B (Migyitun…

Mar 12, 2024 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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December 2023

#6 Evolving Urban Landscapes: Urbanisation Dynamics in Tibet and Their Regional Implications

TL; DR

Dec 31, 2023 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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November 2023

#5 Unveiling the dragon's footprint: Geospatial intelligence of recent developments in the Doklam plateau.

TL; DR

Nov 16, 2023 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

September 2023

#4 Rapid Military Infrastructure Expansion in Tibet: A Satellite Imagery Analysis

TL; DR

Sep 30, 2023 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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August 2023

#3 Shifting Shadows: Military Radar Dynamics in Tibet

It is highly likely that China has deployed several military radars in Tibet, including near disputed border areas with India.

Aug 30, 2023 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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July 2023

#2 Raising the Stakes: China's Mega Dam Project Heightens Tensions at the Roof of the World

Backstory

Jul 7, 2023 • 

Dr Y Nithiyanandam

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