Tanay Chopra

UR3596

India's water systems are under severe stress due to rapid urbanization and population growth, with water scarcity projected to worsen by 2050. Despite significant government funding, restored water bodies often fail due to a lack of prioritization methods. This study proposes a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) framework to rank water bodies needing urgent restoration. Using data from India’s first water census and WRI’s Urban Blue-Green Conundrum, it focuses on rural Delhi’s dried-up water bodies. Combining GIS, remote sensing, and field analysis, the study evaluates ecological, spatial, and social parameters, aiming to guide policymakers in sustainable water management.