Navigating the future: How AI-enhanced digital mapping is revolutionising government safety protocols

By Niraj Kumar, CTO, Onix

Public safety is no longer just about responding to emergencies but also about anticipating them. Around the world, governments are recognising that the key to safer communities lies in anticipation and preparedness by using the power of data, technology, and intelligent systems. Among these, AI-powered digital mapping is emerging as one of the most transformative tools to enhance security, emergency response, and urban resilience. This shift is not just about adopting new technology; it is about rethinking how safety protocols are designed, implemented, and optimised.

In India, for example, AI-driven public safety initiatives have gained momentum. The iRASTE project is using AI to reduce road accidents by mapping high-risk areas, while disaster management frameworks are leveraging predictive models to mitigate floods, wildfires, and other natural calamities. At the same time, law enforcement agencies are deploying AI-enhanced mapping tools to monitor crime patterns ...