Efficient Water Management: River Linking Project, Tube Well Drilling and Ground Water Recharge Best Practice (Under Jjm & Npp)
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: A multipurpose river valley projects, involving storage of water by the construction of Dam across the River, can cause several effects on the environment of the area. Excessive tube well drilling can lead to Ground water depletion, affecting Local aquifer systems and water Tables. River Valley projects and tube well drilling have become essential components of Modern Water management Strategies, providing Irrigation, Drinking Water, and Hydroelectric Power .However these activities have for-reaching environmental consequences, including alterations to river hydrology, sedimentation and ground water depletion. The study investigates the cumulative environmental impacts of river valley projects and tube well drilling on local ecosystems, Field observations, remote sensing, and hydrological modeling were employed to assess changes in river morphology, groundwater levels, and water quality. Results indicate significant alterations to river hydrology with decreased water flows and increased sedimentation. Tube well drilling has led to substantial groundwater depletion, affecting local aquifer systems. Water quality with increased concentrations of pollutants and decreased dissolved oxygen level. The need of sustainable water management practices, incorporating environmental considerations into river valley project planning and tube well drilling regulations. Recommendations include implementing efficient irrigations systems, monitoring groundwater levels, and enforcing environmental impact assessments to mitigate the adverse effects of these activities. The object of ‘JAL JEEVAN MISSION,-HAR GHAR JAL’ is to provide drinking water to all the house as well as to provide pure drinking water in many public places like SCHOOL, ANGANWADI, HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTRE, COMMUNITY SANITATION & TOILET COMPLEX, CATTLE POND etc. under Jal Jeevan mission, Gram panchayats have been entrusted with the responsibility of preparing
Authors: SHAILENDRA KUMAR SHARMA -, SAMARTH SHARMA -, GARIMA SHARMA -
Language: English
Subfield: Water Science and Technology
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4408169027