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What is Mappls App? Owner, Name Origin & Share Price of India’s Google Maps Alternative

Mappls App is India’s own mapping app by MapmyIndia & ISRO, offering doorstep navigation, live traffic details and more. Find out more about it from its owner to share price.

Published By: Deepanshu Sharma
Last Updated: October 13, 2025 18:42:06 IST

Mappls App is the latest product experiencing the effects of the tech boom that is taking shape under the “Made-in-India” initiative. It is developed by MapmyIndia in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The Mappls App is an Indian alternative to other navigation services provided by international brands, most popularly Google Maps. 

What is Mappls App?

Mappls is a mapping and navigation app built by MapmyIndia, an Indian tech firm focused on digital maps and geospatial solutions. Launched as a “Swadeshi” (domestic) alternative to international mapping websites, Mappls offers pinpoint doorstep navigation, 3D junction representation, live traffic and hazard warnings, house-level address searching, and a unique Mappls ID for simple digital location sharing. It seamlessly integrates with Indian road networks, delivers hyperlocal precision, and has a Trip Cost Estimator for toll and fuel costs. The app is on Android, iOS, and the web and is free.​

Mappls App Owner

Mappls App is owned by CE Info Systems Limited, the parent company of MapmyIndia. Rakesh Kumar Verma is the Chairman and Managing Director, and his son, Rohan Verma, serves as CEO.​

Mappls App is from Which Country?

Mappls is a true Indian product that was conceptualised and developed in India. The app and its data are hosted on Indian servers, in line with national data privacy and security policies.​

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Mappls Founder

Mappls (MapmyIndia) was founded in 1995 by Rakesh Kumar Verma and Rashmi Verma in New Delhi. Rohan Verma, their son, is now CEO and is recognised for significant leadership in product and tech strategy.​

Mappls vs Google Maps: Which is Better?

Mappls is a better service for Indian users who require very location-specific information about their route, while maintaining privacy. It has better coverage of rural areas when compared to Google Maps, with a lot of India-specific features like speed-breaker, pothole, and black-spot notifications. However, Google Maps has an edge over its “Made-in-India” rival when it comes to real-time traffic in metro cities and international coverage. Overall, Mappls can be an alternative to users seeking accurate information across India while maintaining privacy. Google Maps is still in the lead when it comes to more urban and international coverage.

Mappls Share Price

The parent company, CE Info Systems Ltd (MAPMYINDIA), trades on Indian stock exchanges. As of October 13, 2025, the share price is ₹1,771.00, with a market cap of ₹9,678 crore.​

Mappls Uses Which Satellite

Mappls utilises satellites operated by ISRO, including NavIC, India’s regional navigation satellite system, for high-precision positioning, in addition to Global Positioning System (GPS) and ISRO Satellite Imagery.​

Mappls Name Origin

“Mappls” is a global-friendly evolution from MapmyIndia, representing “Maps + People” reflecting the brand’s intent to deliver comprehensive mapping.

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