Bhujal Prabandhan: Groundwater Management Plan for Surat

Pranay Kaushik

UI4001

The Bhujal Prabandhan project aims to develop a comprehensive groundwater management strategy for the city of Surat. This project aims to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the present state of groundwater resources, with the objective of developing measures to reduce groundwater use and prevent excessive exploitation. Furthermore, it will take the lead in spearheading initiatives aimed at revitalizing groundwater resources and fostering public awareness of the significance of conserving groundwater. The project's goals are in accordance with the City Mission Monitoring Unit of AMRUT 2.0 and will be executed at strategic sites, possibility of being replicated throughout the entire city.

Report Content

Sector Introduction, Project Background, Aim and Objective

Methodology, Scope of the Project, Need of the Project

Case Study and Groundwater Study at District Level

Groundwater Extraction Study (via Borewell) and Groundwater Recharge Potential (via Rooftop RWHS)

Groundwater Recharge Potential (Zonal and Site Level Analysis)

Groundwater Framework and Integration, Roles, Responsibilities and Objectives of Bhujal Prabandhan Unit

Bhujal Prabandhan Objective: Integration at ULB Level

Bhujal Prabandhan Objective: Site Level Intervention and Implementation, Registration and Mandating

Bhujal Prabandhan Objective: IEC Campaigns and Collaboration with NGOs, Implementation and Financial Mechanism and Project Timeline

Roadmap for Bhujal Prabandhan, Implementation Strategy and Summary

Project Video