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AI and remote sensing track Dhaka's rapid urbanization and environmental shifts

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A new study published on arXiv details the use of remote sensing and machine learning to analyze land use and vegetation changes in Dhaka District, Bangladesh, between 2019 and 2024. The research employed satellite imagery and algorithms like Decision Tree, K-Nearest Neighbors, and Random Forest to track shifts in land cover. Findings revealed a significant increase in urban built-up areas (59.5%) alongside declines in vegetation (-8.46%) and water bodies (-7.77%), highlighting the environmental impact of rapid urbanization. The study emphasizes the utility of these technological tools for sustainable urban planning and policy. AI

IMPACT Provides a framework for monitoring urban development and environmental changes using AI, potentially informing policy and sustainable planning.

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AI and remote sensing track Dhaka's rapid urbanization and environmental shifts

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  1. arXiv cs.AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Muhammad Masud Tarek, Md. Alamgir Hossain, Md. Samiul Islam, Muntasir Hasan Kanchan ·

    Remote Sensing and Machine Learning-Based Analysis of Land Use and Vegetation Change in Dhaka District, Bangladesh

    arXiv:2608.12001v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Rapid urbanization in Dhaka District, Bangladesh has triggered substantial alterations in land use and environmental conditions, necessitating systematic monitoring for informed urban planning and ecological sustainability. This s…

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