• Dr. Asaram S. Jadhav
• Mr. Vinayak D. Chavan
• Mr. Shubham B. Shinde

This research focuses on analyzing land use and land cover (LULC) changes in Baramati Tehsil, located in Pune district, Maharashtra, using Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques. The region has experienced rapid urbanization and industrialization over recent decades, leading to major landscape transformations. Landsat imagery from 1990, 2000, 2010, and 2020 is used to study these changes and monitor urban growth. The Semi-Automatic Classification Plugin (SCP) in QGIS is applied for image classification and change detection. Data from IRS LISS-II and LISS-III sensors, which provide multispectral imagery in visible, near-infrared, and short-wave infrared bands, support the analysis. The study highlights the growing role of combining GIS and remote sensing for urban monitoring. Built-up area mapping is essential for land-use planning, infrastructure development, and sustainable management. By detecting urban expansion, the research provides insights into population movement, economic growth, and environmental impacts. The results can help policymakers in traffic management, utility services, and preparing master plans for the city. Baramati, with coordinates 18.15°N and 74.58°E, covers a total area of 138,200 hectares and lies at 538 meters above sea level. Overall, the dissertation emphasizes the effectiveness of free cloud-based RS and GIS platforms for monitoring urbanization and supporting government planning frameworks.

Remote Sensing (RS), Geographic Information System (GIS), Land Use and Land Cover (LULC), Semi-Automatic Classification Plugin (SCP), IRS LISS-II & LISS-III, Landsat Imagery, Urbanization, Industrialization, Built-up Area Mapping, Urban Growth Monitoring, Spatial Analys.

"Mapping and Monitoring Urban Expansion in Baramati Tehsil Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 12, page no.c72-c81, December-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2512208.pdf

"Mapping and Monitoring Urban Expansion in Baramati Tehsil Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 12, page no. ppc72-c81, December-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2512208.pdf