The document summarizes a conference presentation on empowering women through affordable water technologies in India. It discusses how women currently shoulder the burden of collecting water, which takes time away from other activities. Various water treatment technologies being implemented through DST initiatives are empowering women by making water more accessible. These include RO plants, arsenic removal, rainwater harvesting, and river bank filtration. The projects have improved health outcomes and saved time by bringing water sources closer to communities.
National Sanitation Conference 2007. Indonesia Water and Sanitation Magazine....Oswar Mungkasa
This document provides a summary of the October 2007 issue of the magazine "Percik" which focuses on water supply, sanitation, and environmental issues in Indonesia. The main topics covered include:
1) Why a National Sanitation Conference is necessary to improve cooperation and commitment to sanitation development.
2) An interview with the Deputy for Infrastructure Development at Bappenas discussing the government's attention to sanitation issues.
3) Other articles on sanitation responsibilities, climate change, water network management, and lessons from water/latrine development projects.
The water supply in Jakarta begins as reasonably clean water in reservoirs in West Java, but becomes increasingly polluted as it travels through canals filled with trash and human waste to water treatment plants in the city. When the water reaches aging pipes in Jakarta, it risks further contamination. The poor quality and limited access to water most impacts the poor in Jakarta. The government is pursuing infrastructure projects like cleaning canals and building new pipelines to address Jakarta's water issues, but some experts say problems have been ignored for years.
Private Sector Contribution in Water and Sanitation. PERCIK. Indonesia Water ...Oswar Mungkasa
The document discusses the challenges Indonesia faces in achieving Millennium Development Goals for water supply and sanitation by 2015, as over 50% of Indonesians in rural areas still lack basic sanitation facilities and access to clean water, while the government admits it does not have enough budget for development. It argues that private sector contribution is needed and corporate social responsibility should include fairness to stakeholders, acting as an agent of change for community empowerment, and efficient solutions focused on stakeholders in areas of operation. The private sector could launch community development programs, provide micro-financing for sanitation, or participate in building water supply infrastructure.
Las Pinas-Zapote River System Rehabilitation Program PhilippinesJanette Toral
Background information about the Las Pinas-Zapote River System Rehabilitation Program, Philippines of The Villar Foundation (http://www.villarfoundation.org).
1) The document discusses women-led water governance and irrigation management in West Bengal, India.
2) It outlines various traditional human-powered irrigation techniques commonly used by women farmers in the region, such as swinging baskets and treadle pumps.
3) However, women's participation in irrigation governance is still limited, and the document recommends establishing quotas for women in water user groups to promote greater involvement in decision making.
This document discusses the importance of clean water and managing stormwater runoff through regional and personal efforts like installing rain gardens. It provides information on how to create a rain garden, including calculating the size needed to capture a portion of runoff from one's property, amending the soil, and selecting native plants suited for the moisture conditions. Regional projects involving hundreds of rain gardens, rain barrels, and bioswales have helped reduce flooding and pollution in local rivers and streams. Working together through personal rain gardens and larger green infrastructure projects can significantly improve water quality.
Green School. Indonesia Water and Sanitation Magazine. August 2007Oswar Mungkasa
1) Green schools aim to cultivate environmental values and awareness through school activities and programs. Several private organizations and the government have launched initiatives like the Go Green School program to promote green schools.
2) A green school is committed to systematically including environmental education in its curriculum and daily operations. It looks beyond just clean surroundings to developing lifelong environmentally sensitive habits in students.
3) Teachers play a key role in inspiring students and being exemplars of environmental care. Success requires involvement from all school stakeholders as well as support from outside partners.
Texas water development board the manual texas on rainwater harvertingPlan Huerta
This chapter discusses the basic components of a rainwater harvesting system, including the catchment surface, gutters and downspouts, leaf screens, first-flush diverters, roof washers, storage tanks, pressure tanks and pumps, and treatment equipment. It focuses on residential or small-scale commercial systems for irrigation and potable water uses. The local health department and building codes should be consulted for system design and construction requirements.
National Sanitation Conference 2007. Indonesia Water and Sanitation Magazine....Oswar Mungkasa
This document provides a summary of the October 2007 issue of the magazine "Percik" which focuses on water supply, sanitation, and environmental issues in Indonesia. The main topics covered include:
1) Why a National Sanitation Conference is necessary to improve cooperation and commitment to sanitation development.
2) An interview with the Deputy for Infrastructure Development at Bappenas discussing the government's attention to sanitation issues.
3) Other articles on sanitation responsibilities, climate change, water network management, and lessons from water/latrine development projects.
The water supply in Jakarta begins as reasonably clean water in reservoirs in West Java, but becomes increasingly polluted as it travels through canals filled with trash and human waste to water treatment plants in the city. When the water reaches aging pipes in Jakarta, it risks further contamination. The poor quality and limited access to water most impacts the poor in Jakarta. The government is pursuing infrastructure projects like cleaning canals and building new pipelines to address Jakarta's water issues, but some experts say problems have been ignored for years.
Private Sector Contribution in Water and Sanitation. PERCIK. Indonesia Water ...Oswar Mungkasa
The document discusses the challenges Indonesia faces in achieving Millennium Development Goals for water supply and sanitation by 2015, as over 50% of Indonesians in rural areas still lack basic sanitation facilities and access to clean water, while the government admits it does not have enough budget for development. It argues that private sector contribution is needed and corporate social responsibility should include fairness to stakeholders, acting as an agent of change for community empowerment, and efficient solutions focused on stakeholders in areas of operation. The private sector could launch community development programs, provide micro-financing for sanitation, or participate in building water supply infrastructure.
Las Pinas-Zapote River System Rehabilitation Program PhilippinesJanette Toral
Background information about the Las Pinas-Zapote River System Rehabilitation Program, Philippines of The Villar Foundation (http://www.villarfoundation.org).
1) The document discusses women-led water governance and irrigation management in West Bengal, India.
2) It outlines various traditional human-powered irrigation techniques commonly used by women farmers in the region, such as swinging baskets and treadle pumps.
3) However, women's participation in irrigation governance is still limited, and the document recommends establishing quotas for women in water user groups to promote greater involvement in decision making.
This document discusses the importance of clean water and managing stormwater runoff through regional and personal efforts like installing rain gardens. It provides information on how to create a rain garden, including calculating the size needed to capture a portion of runoff from one's property, amending the soil, and selecting native plants suited for the moisture conditions. Regional projects involving hundreds of rain gardens, rain barrels, and bioswales have helped reduce flooding and pollution in local rivers and streams. Working together through personal rain gardens and larger green infrastructure projects can significantly improve water quality.
Green School. Indonesia Water and Sanitation Magazine. August 2007Oswar Mungkasa
1) Green schools aim to cultivate environmental values and awareness through school activities and programs. Several private organizations and the government have launched initiatives like the Go Green School program to promote green schools.
2) A green school is committed to systematically including environmental education in its curriculum and daily operations. It looks beyond just clean surroundings to developing lifelong environmentally sensitive habits in students.
3) Teachers play a key role in inspiring students and being exemplars of environmental care. Success requires involvement from all school stakeholders as well as support from outside partners.
Texas water development board the manual texas on rainwater harvertingPlan Huerta
This chapter discusses the basic components of a rainwater harvesting system, including the catchment surface, gutters and downspouts, leaf screens, first-flush diverters, roof washers, storage tanks, pressure tanks and pumps, and treatment equipment. It focuses on residential or small-scale commercial systems for irrigation and potable water uses. The local health department and building codes should be consulted for system design and construction requirements.
India has over 1 billion people with vast wealth disparities and 26% living in poverty. Access to water and sanitation is limited, especially in rural areas where only 15% have access to a toilet. WaterAid has worked in India since 1986 to increase access through community-managed rural and urban projects, research, and advocacy. Their current strategy aims to provide water and sanitation access and hygiene education to hundreds of thousands annually to help meet Millennium Development Goals by 2015. WaterAid works with local partners and communities to develop sustainable infrastructure and management practices.
WaterLink is the name of our team of University of Minnesota students working on the 2009 polit Acara challenge. (http://www.acarainstitute.org/).
In this presentation we outline the need for rainwater harvest tools to be brought to the slum Dharavi, India. This is the area made famous by Slumdog Millionaire and the largest slum in Asia. We happily accept any comments as we continue this process. Thank you.
MPSM: working extensively with the poor, creating economic, environmental, agricultural support structures to give small and marginal Adivasi farmers a semblance of sustainable livelihoods.
This document provides resources for creating a water-efficient landscape in Chula Vista, California. It lists 7 sources of information, such as the city's conservation department, local water districts, landscape architects, and irrigation consultants. It also includes links to websites that provide recommendations on drought-tolerant plants, guidelines on plant water needs, and tools for calculating watering schedules. The overall message is that landscaping can be beautiful while also saving water and protecting the environment through the use of native and low-water plants.
Indonesia Water Supply and Sanitation Magazine 'PERCIK' vol. 8 May 2005Oswar Mungkasa
The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami in Aceh, Indonesia killed over 115,000 people and displaced over 100,000, causing massive destruction along coastal areas through earthquake damage and towering tsunami waves. Infrastructure throughout Aceh suffered greatly, including damage to drinking water systems that disrupted water service, while over 50,000 homes were destroyed or severely damaged. The disaster had wide-ranging economic and social impacts for Indonesia and neighboring countries affected by the tsunami.
Sustainable Garden Project: The Need to Assist Frail Elderly PeopleElisaMendelsohn
The Sustainable Garden Project aimed to help 15 frail elderly clients in Ashburton, Ashwood and Chadstone maintain sustainable, low-maintenance gardens allowing them to remain living independently at home. The project focused on selecting drought-tolerant plants, improving soil quality, minimizing water use and reducing garden maintenance needs. Through partnerships between clients, volunteers, and local organizations, the project created mutually beneficial relationships where everyone contributed and benefitted. The project resulted in clients feeling proud and grateful for the support while volunteers gained a sense of achievement.
The city of New Delhi has seen rapid population growth and economic development but lacks sufficient infrastructure to support this growth sustainably. Specifically, the city generates a large amount of solid waste but has suboptimal waste management. It also has inadequate sewage treatment, resulting in pollution of the Yamuna River. Additionally, many residents lack access to toilets and continuous water supply. To develop more sustainably, the city needs to improve waste management, sewage treatment, access to toilets and water, and address overuse of natural resources through policies like increased public transit and taxes on vehicles.
The document discusses alternatives to conventional sewer systems for supporting sustainable development in New England villages. It describes how distributed, soil-based wastewater management systems can allow for density without large sewer plants, subsidies, or undesirable growth. Key points are that wastewater should be treated on or near the site where it is generated, put back into the soil to restore hydrology, and managed professionally like a sewer system through ongoing maintenance programs.
The document is a letter from Dwarka Forum, an association of resident welfare associations and CGHS representatives in Dwarka Sub-City, to the Chief Minister of Delhi. It requests his attention on the issue of water supply in Dwarka, which currently relies on tankers from DDA despite over Rs. 1000 crore spent on infrastructure by DDA. It notes that Dwarka residents will not benefit from the new policy of 700 liters of free water since supply is not handled by DJB. The letter requests a meeting to explain the ground situation and seeks the CM's support in resolving the issue. It includes annexures providing background on water issues in Dwarka and previous representations made to authorities.
Wise Ways to Water Your Lawn - Lincoln, NebraskaFiorella58v
Wise use of water conservation is important for both environmental and financial reasons. It preserves our water resources and saves individuals money on their water bills. Using water efficiently also helps reduce stress on water delivery systems and lengthens their lifespan. There are many simple ways homeowners can conserve water in their landscapes, such as watering lawns efficiently, choosing drought-tolerant plants, and adjusting sprinklers for soil type and weather conditions. The Lincoln Water Conservation Task Force provides tips to help residents be water wise.
The newsletter provides updates on the Endangered Habitats League's (EHL) activities and plans to preserve Southern California's natural areas. It discusses two lawsuits filed by EHL to block developments, progress on habitat conservation plans in several counties, and EHL's involvement in general plan updates. It also announces an upcoming membership drive and the creation of the Earth Discovery Institute, which will be located in the Crestridge Reserve acquired with EHL's involvement.
Driving Innovation in our Cites: New Trends for the Water SectorJersey Water Works
This document summarizes a presentation given by Howard Neukrug on driving innovation in cities' water sectors. Neukrug discusses how water challenges were traditionally met with simpler engineered solutions, but new economic, environmental and social pressures require systems to be smarter and more integrated. He advocates for rethinking policies and practices to make water systems more efficient, sustainable and resilient by expanding partnerships and how value is determined for water. Green infrastructure is presented as a way to cost-effectively address multiple issues like flooding, pollution and community improvements.
The Rotary Club of Parramatta City newsletter provides information on upcoming events and speakers, community initiatives, and member updates. Key events include a presentation on insurance fraud by Steve Maronese and the Northcott Disability Services' "Shine Showcase" talent exhibition. The club also establishes a Facebook page to engage more members and the community.
Los Angeles Rainwater Harvesting ManualSotirakou964
This document provides a homeowner's guide to harvesting rainwater in Los Angeles. It discusses the benefits of rainwater harvesting such as reducing pollution to local waterways, conserving water, and recharging groundwater. The guide describes various rainwater harvesting methods homeowners can implement, including redirecting downspouts to rain barrels or rain gardens. It provides step-by-step instructions for how to assess a site, measure slopes, and redirect downspouts. The guide also discusses plant selection and maintenance for rain gardens. Overall, the document aims to educate homeowners on simple rainwater harvesting techniques.
Rain water harvesting & community based flood mapping plan of actionKnnt Thein
The document summarizes a meeting between the Vice President of Myanmar and the Advisory Group of the National Water Resources Committee. They discussed a combined plan of action for a national rain water harvesting campaign and community-based flood mapping campaign in response to floods in 2015. The plan includes an immediate response, medium and long term planning through 2020, with a focus on prevention of future disasters through activities like forest restoration, watershed management, and implementing integrated water resources management.
Water Crisis & Solutions - RACE presentationraceforgreen
This document discusses India's water crisis and potential solutions. It outlines that water scarcity and pollution problems are exacerbated by increased population, consumption, mismanagement, and climate change impacts. Traditional water management practices like rainwater harvesting that were used in ancient civilizations are proposed as sustainable solutions along with assigning economic value to water, community-scale storage projects, reducing pollution, and public participation in management. The document advocates raising awareness and utilizing principles like the "right to water" to address India's growing water challenges.
This document discusses groundwater preservation and sustainable development. It defines sustainable development as meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It highlights the importance of groundwater as a source of water where surface water is unavailable and discusses its uses for domestic, agricultural, and industrial purposes. The document also discusses the negative impacts of groundwater depletion such as lowering water tables, increased costs, reduced surface water supplies, and land subsidence. It emphasizes the need for conservation, rainwater harvesting, and watershed management to ensure sustainable groundwater usage.
This document discusses how lack of access to clean water leads to conflict and outlines ways that Rotarians can help address water issues and promote peace. It notes that 750 million people lack safe water and 2.5 billion lack sanitation, and this disparity has led to many conflicts over water resources. However, the document provides examples of how Rotarian-led water projects have improved access to water, increased cooperation between groups, and created peace in places like Togo, Kenya, India, and Oregon. It argues that Rotarians can help mitigate conflict by convening discussions, strengthening local water management, and implementing sustainable water and sanitation solutions. The document encourages Rotarians to adopt a holistic approach that focuses on both increasing water supply
The Sardar Sarovar Dam project on the Narmada River in India has faced significant opposition. It aims to provide water for drinking, irrigation, and power but will displace over 300,000 people. While proponents argue it will benefit millions, opponents say the displaced people have not received adequate compensation and resettlement. The World Bank withdrew funding in 1993 after an independent review found social and environmental impacts were increasing. Protests by groups like Narmada Bachao Andolan continue as they argue basic conditions and studies have not been fulfilled and local people were not sufficiently involved. There remains ongoing debate around both benefits and costs of the project.
The document discusses urban flooding causes and management. It notes that heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh in September-October 2009 caused widespread flooding that displaced over 1.3 million people and killed 199. Flooding is caused by both natural factors like heavy rainfall and silted drainage systems, as well as human factors such as urbanization, deforestation, and lack of proper drainage infrastructure. Flood management requires reducing exposure to floods through land use planning, improving drainage systems, and implementing preparedness, response and recovery measures at the national, state, district and local levels in accordance with the Disaster Management Act of 2005.
India has over 1 billion people with vast wealth disparities and 26% living in poverty. Access to water and sanitation is limited, especially in rural areas where only 15% have access to a toilet. WaterAid has worked in India since 1986 to increase access through community-managed rural and urban projects, research, and advocacy. Their current strategy aims to provide water and sanitation access and hygiene education to hundreds of thousands annually to help meet Millennium Development Goals by 2015. WaterAid works with local partners and communities to develop sustainable infrastructure and management practices.
WaterLink is the name of our team of University of Minnesota students working on the 2009 polit Acara challenge. (http://www.acarainstitute.org/).
In this presentation we outline the need for rainwater harvest tools to be brought to the slum Dharavi, India. This is the area made famous by Slumdog Millionaire and the largest slum in Asia. We happily accept any comments as we continue this process. Thank you.
MPSM: working extensively with the poor, creating economic, environmental, agricultural support structures to give small and marginal Adivasi farmers a semblance of sustainable livelihoods.
This document provides resources for creating a water-efficient landscape in Chula Vista, California. It lists 7 sources of information, such as the city's conservation department, local water districts, landscape architects, and irrigation consultants. It also includes links to websites that provide recommendations on drought-tolerant plants, guidelines on plant water needs, and tools for calculating watering schedules. The overall message is that landscaping can be beautiful while also saving water and protecting the environment through the use of native and low-water plants.
Indonesia Water Supply and Sanitation Magazine 'PERCIK' vol. 8 May 2005Oswar Mungkasa
The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami in Aceh, Indonesia killed over 115,000 people and displaced over 100,000, causing massive destruction along coastal areas through earthquake damage and towering tsunami waves. Infrastructure throughout Aceh suffered greatly, including damage to drinking water systems that disrupted water service, while over 50,000 homes were destroyed or severely damaged. The disaster had wide-ranging economic and social impacts for Indonesia and neighboring countries affected by the tsunami.
Sustainable Garden Project: The Need to Assist Frail Elderly PeopleElisaMendelsohn
The Sustainable Garden Project aimed to help 15 frail elderly clients in Ashburton, Ashwood and Chadstone maintain sustainable, low-maintenance gardens allowing them to remain living independently at home. The project focused on selecting drought-tolerant plants, improving soil quality, minimizing water use and reducing garden maintenance needs. Through partnerships between clients, volunteers, and local organizations, the project created mutually beneficial relationships where everyone contributed and benefitted. The project resulted in clients feeling proud and grateful for the support while volunteers gained a sense of achievement.
The city of New Delhi has seen rapid population growth and economic development but lacks sufficient infrastructure to support this growth sustainably. Specifically, the city generates a large amount of solid waste but has suboptimal waste management. It also has inadequate sewage treatment, resulting in pollution of the Yamuna River. Additionally, many residents lack access to toilets and continuous water supply. To develop more sustainably, the city needs to improve waste management, sewage treatment, access to toilets and water, and address overuse of natural resources through policies like increased public transit and taxes on vehicles.
The document discusses alternatives to conventional sewer systems for supporting sustainable development in New England villages. It describes how distributed, soil-based wastewater management systems can allow for density without large sewer plants, subsidies, or undesirable growth. Key points are that wastewater should be treated on or near the site where it is generated, put back into the soil to restore hydrology, and managed professionally like a sewer system through ongoing maintenance programs.
The document is a letter from Dwarka Forum, an association of resident welfare associations and CGHS representatives in Dwarka Sub-City, to the Chief Minister of Delhi. It requests his attention on the issue of water supply in Dwarka, which currently relies on tankers from DDA despite over Rs. 1000 crore spent on infrastructure by DDA. It notes that Dwarka residents will not benefit from the new policy of 700 liters of free water since supply is not handled by DJB. The letter requests a meeting to explain the ground situation and seeks the CM's support in resolving the issue. It includes annexures providing background on water issues in Dwarka and previous representations made to authorities.
Wise Ways to Water Your Lawn - Lincoln, NebraskaFiorella58v
Wise use of water conservation is important for both environmental and financial reasons. It preserves our water resources and saves individuals money on their water bills. Using water efficiently also helps reduce stress on water delivery systems and lengthens their lifespan. There are many simple ways homeowners can conserve water in their landscapes, such as watering lawns efficiently, choosing drought-tolerant plants, and adjusting sprinklers for soil type and weather conditions. The Lincoln Water Conservation Task Force provides tips to help residents be water wise.
The newsletter provides updates on the Endangered Habitats League's (EHL) activities and plans to preserve Southern California's natural areas. It discusses two lawsuits filed by EHL to block developments, progress on habitat conservation plans in several counties, and EHL's involvement in general plan updates. It also announces an upcoming membership drive and the creation of the Earth Discovery Institute, which will be located in the Crestridge Reserve acquired with EHL's involvement.
Driving Innovation in our Cites: New Trends for the Water SectorJersey Water Works
This document summarizes a presentation given by Howard Neukrug on driving innovation in cities' water sectors. Neukrug discusses how water challenges were traditionally met with simpler engineered solutions, but new economic, environmental and social pressures require systems to be smarter and more integrated. He advocates for rethinking policies and practices to make water systems more efficient, sustainable and resilient by expanding partnerships and how value is determined for water. Green infrastructure is presented as a way to cost-effectively address multiple issues like flooding, pollution and community improvements.
The Rotary Club of Parramatta City newsletter provides information on upcoming events and speakers, community initiatives, and member updates. Key events include a presentation on insurance fraud by Steve Maronese and the Northcott Disability Services' "Shine Showcase" talent exhibition. The club also establishes a Facebook page to engage more members and the community.
Los Angeles Rainwater Harvesting ManualSotirakou964
This document provides a homeowner's guide to harvesting rainwater in Los Angeles. It discusses the benefits of rainwater harvesting such as reducing pollution to local waterways, conserving water, and recharging groundwater. The guide describes various rainwater harvesting methods homeowners can implement, including redirecting downspouts to rain barrels or rain gardens. It provides step-by-step instructions for how to assess a site, measure slopes, and redirect downspouts. The guide also discusses plant selection and maintenance for rain gardens. Overall, the document aims to educate homeowners on simple rainwater harvesting techniques.
Rain water harvesting & community based flood mapping plan of actionKnnt Thein
The document summarizes a meeting between the Vice President of Myanmar and the Advisory Group of the National Water Resources Committee. They discussed a combined plan of action for a national rain water harvesting campaign and community-based flood mapping campaign in response to floods in 2015. The plan includes an immediate response, medium and long term planning through 2020, with a focus on prevention of future disasters through activities like forest restoration, watershed management, and implementing integrated water resources management.
Water Crisis & Solutions - RACE presentationraceforgreen
This document discusses India's water crisis and potential solutions. It outlines that water scarcity and pollution problems are exacerbated by increased population, consumption, mismanagement, and climate change impacts. Traditional water management practices like rainwater harvesting that were used in ancient civilizations are proposed as sustainable solutions along with assigning economic value to water, community-scale storage projects, reducing pollution, and public participation in management. The document advocates raising awareness and utilizing principles like the "right to water" to address India's growing water challenges.
This document discusses groundwater preservation and sustainable development. It defines sustainable development as meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. It highlights the importance of groundwater as a source of water where surface water is unavailable and discusses its uses for domestic, agricultural, and industrial purposes. The document also discusses the negative impacts of groundwater depletion such as lowering water tables, increased costs, reduced surface water supplies, and land subsidence. It emphasizes the need for conservation, rainwater harvesting, and watershed management to ensure sustainable groundwater usage.
This document discusses how lack of access to clean water leads to conflict and outlines ways that Rotarians can help address water issues and promote peace. It notes that 750 million people lack safe water and 2.5 billion lack sanitation, and this disparity has led to many conflicts over water resources. However, the document provides examples of how Rotarian-led water projects have improved access to water, increased cooperation between groups, and created peace in places like Togo, Kenya, India, and Oregon. It argues that Rotarians can help mitigate conflict by convening discussions, strengthening local water management, and implementing sustainable water and sanitation solutions. The document encourages Rotarians to adopt a holistic approach that focuses on both increasing water supply
The Sardar Sarovar Dam project on the Narmada River in India has faced significant opposition. It aims to provide water for drinking, irrigation, and power but will displace over 300,000 people. While proponents argue it will benefit millions, opponents say the displaced people have not received adequate compensation and resettlement. The World Bank withdrew funding in 1993 after an independent review found social and environmental impacts were increasing. Protests by groups like Narmada Bachao Andolan continue as they argue basic conditions and studies have not been fulfilled and local people were not sufficiently involved. There remains ongoing debate around both benefits and costs of the project.
The document discusses urban flooding causes and management. It notes that heavy rainfall in Andhra Pradesh in September-October 2009 caused widespread flooding that displaced over 1.3 million people and killed 199. Flooding is caused by both natural factors like heavy rainfall and silted drainage systems, as well as human factors such as urbanization, deforestation, and lack of proper drainage infrastructure. Flood management requires reducing exposure to floods through land use planning, improving drainage systems, and implementing preparedness, response and recovery measures at the national, state, district and local levels in accordance with the Disaster Management Act of 2005.
India has about 18 percent of the world’s population and only 4 percent of the world’s water resources. It is severely water-stressed, thereby making water management a national priority. India uses about 230 cubic kilometers of groundwater annually, which is more than a quarter of the global total, making it the world’s largest user of groundwater.
Groundwater Quality And Human Health: Sunderrajan Krishnan, CAREWATERIndia Water Portal
Groundwater quality has a significant impact on human health in India. Several contaminants like fluoride, arsenic, and nitrates are causing widespread health problems. While technologies exist to remove many contaminants, challenges remain in implementing solutions at scale and addressing the root causes of contamination. A holistic approach is needed that considers the roles of various stakeholders like health agencies and emphasizes generating awareness about the links between water quality and community well-being.
Rain Water Harvesting through Tanka in Western RajasthanIRJET Journal
This document discusses rainwater harvesting through tankas (underground water storage structures) in western Rajasthan, India. It provides background on water scarcity issues in Rajasthan given its location in the Thar Desert region. Traditionally, tankas ranging in size from 1,000 to 500,000 liters have been used to store rainwater harvested from rooftops and other surfaces for drinking purposes throughout the year. The document examines the design of a 50,000 liter masonry tanka, including estimating the runoff from its catchment area based on rainfall amounts, runoff coefficient, and catchment size. It also reviews traditional and modern rainwater harvesting methods used in Rajasthan.
1) SRF Chemicals implemented a natural resource management project in 2006 to improve livelihoods and the environment by partnering with a local NGO.
2) The project constructed rainwater harvesting structures, leveled land, planted trees, and promoted self-help groups and vegetable cooperatives.
3) These interventions helped recharge groundwater, increase crop yields by 150%, raise incomes, and benefit over 4,000 families in the region near SRF's plant.
1. Global climate change is causing changes in Nepal's climate that are negatively impacting livelihoods. Women farmers are especially vulnerable.
2. This study examined two districts in Nepal and found that women say crop production has decreased and their traditional occupations are changing due to alterations in flood patterns and rainfall.
3. Women are taking on more debt and diversifying their livelihoods in response. They are changing cropping patterns, introducing new crops, and adopting off-farm activities. However, women still face difficulties accessing inputs and markets due to floods, conflicts, and infrastructure damage.
This study examines the impact of climate change on the livelihoods of women farmers in Banke and Bardiya districts of Nepal. It finds that women's livelihoods are highly dependent on agriculture and are being affected by changes in flooding patterns. Women report decreases in crop production, disruption of markets, and increased debt due to more severe and unpredictable flooding. They are adapting by changing cropping patterns, growing alternative crops, and engaging in off-farm activities. However, women face barriers like lack of skills, access to inputs and credit, and poor infrastructure. The study identifies women's priorities for adaptation such as training, crop diversification, livestock raising, access to loans, and improved irrigation. Supporting these priorities could
Evaluation of Drinking Water Supply Schemes in Estate Sector, a Case Study on...Hiran Amarasekera
This document evaluates the present status of drinking water supply schemes in the tea estate sector in Sri Lanka. It describes the water sources, infrastructure, quality and management of schemes across three divisions of the Telbedda Estate located in Badulla District. Most schemes rely on open surface water sources like streams within the tea plantation with no treatment prior to distribution. Water quality is generally poor with high turbidity. Infrastructure is in poor condition with leaks, lack of maintenance and improper design posing contamination risks. Improved monitoring, healthcare facilities and systematically designed schemes are needed to better serve the vulnerable estate community.
The document discusses the global and Indian water crisis. It notes that over 1 billion people lack access to safe water and 2 out of 3 people will face water shortages by 2025. In India, groundwater is being depleted, surface water is polluted, and rainfall is being wasted. This puts pressure on India's population and economic growth. Some solutions proposed include investing in desalination plants, implementing water footprinting to improve conservation, harvesting rainwater, and increasing awareness through social media. However, addressing the water crisis requires consideration of cultural, educational, technological and scientific factors.
1) The document discusses water scarcity issues in Mewat region of India such as depleting groundwater, encroachment of saline water, and lack of access to safe drinking water.
2) The Institute of Rural Research and Development has implemented various "ridge to valley" water management interventions like check dams, recharge wells, rainwater harvesting, and wastewater recycling to recharge groundwater levels and improve access to water.
3) As a result, over 1.3 million kiloliters of water is being harvested annually, benefiting over 141 villages. Groundwater levels and quality have improved significantly, reducing women's drudgery and improving health.
This document summarizes water management interventions in Mewat region of India by the Institute of Rural Research and Development (IRRAD). IRRAD implemented a "ridge to valley" approach including rainwater harvesting structures, wastewater management, and community involvement. These interventions led to increased groundwater levels, improved water quality, reduced women's workload, and more water availability. IRRAD used innovative and low-cost technologies, water literacy campaigns, and community radio to promote adoption and raise awareness.
This document discusses chronic kidney disease (CKDu) affecting farming families in Sri Lanka and proposes solutions to prevent it through access to clean water. It notes that CKDu has reached crisis levels and causes immense suffering. Possible solutions discussed include using rainwater harvesting, which provides free, chemically pure water and is a cheaper alternative to water transportation. Calculations show an 8000L rainwater storage tank could provide a family's water needs during dry months at a lower cost than dialysis treatment. The Rain Water Harvesting Forum constructs such systems and educates communities on their benefits.
The document discusses the need for a National Water Grid and Peninsular Water Grid in India to address water scarcity issues. It proposes interlinking rivers across the country to optimize water usage and irrigation potential. Some key points discussed include:
- Developing a network of rivers to transfer water from water surplus to deficit areas for irrigation and drinking water needs.
- Potential benefits include 11 million additional hectares under irrigation, 2754 MW of hydroelectric power, and drought mitigation.
- Desalination of sea water using nuclear power could provide drinking water for coastal cities.
- People's participation is needed in watershed management and conservation efforts.
Trevor Hill gave a keynote speech on future trends for managing arid cities. He discussed how cities in arid regions import all their fresh water and are vulnerable to drought. By 2025, 1.8 billion people will experience water scarcity. To manage scarce water supplies, arid cities will need to use more supply-side solutions like reservoirs and desalination, and shift to a total water management approach using tools like dual piping systems, aquifer storage and recovery, water reuse, demand-side management with water pricing and data, and regional collaboration. Sustainability in arid regions is possible if cities plan comprehensively for integrated water management.
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Empowering Rural Communities
May 3, 2016
Suri Sehgal
Development must be community-led
Strengthen community-led development to achieve positive, social and economic change across rural India.
Empowerment
Envision each person across rural India empowered to lead a more secure, prosperous, and dignified life.
The document summarizes a presentation given by Amitava Banerjee, Executive Director of Bhoruka Charitable Trust (BCT), at the 10th IDCA International Conference in Gurgaon on January 10-11, 2014. It provides information about BCT's founder and mission, geographical outreach across multiple states in India, key program areas of health, education, livelihoods, and more. Specific health projects described include initiatives focused on urban slum dwellers, maternal and child health, eye care services including cataract surgeries, mobile medical services, and wheat flour fortification. Ongoing projects in South India concentrate on HIV/AIDS awareness and treatment programs targeting high-risk groups.
The document summarizes three program domains of the LetzDream Foundation (LDF): 1) The Youth Livelihood Development Program (YLDP) which empowers youth with skills to ensure sustained income for disadvantaged households; 2) The Integrated Development Program in Alwar (IDP) which comprehensively addresses social and economic challenges of a developing society; and 3) Boutique Programs which support past partner organizations and new interesting projects in various areas. It then provides details on the YLDP and IDP programs, including their objectives, implementation approach, partnerships, results and scale. It concludes with an overview of the Boutique Programs and LDF's role in co-investing, fundraising support,
This document summarizes agricultural issues and projects in rural India. It discusses key issues like land degradation affecting 50% of land, widespread water shortage, and need to ensure stable productivity of key crops like wheat and rice. It also notes the widening gap between food production and population growth. The Krishi Jyoti project aims to address these challenges by improving practices in 30 villages through soil testing, balanced fertilizers, and advice. It achieved increases in wheat, mustard, and millet productivity and household incomes. The NABARD-supported project expanded these efforts through additional demonstrations, trainings, and technologies.
This document summarizes the Himayat scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, which provides vocational training and job placement assistance to unemployed youth. The objectives are to equip youth with marketable skills and help them secure employment. It discusses the multi-stage process involving pre-training, training, pre-placement counseling, placement, and post-placement support. Various fields of employment like hospitality, IT, and automotive are covered. Current achievements include training over 10,000 youth out of a target of 55,890, with a 63.3% placement rate. The program has had positive impacts such as financial benefits, social gains, and personal growth for participants.
eCompliance is an electronic treatment monitoring system that uses biometric fingerprint scanning to ensure accuracy and adherence in tuberculosis (TB) treatment. It aims to curb the growth of multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB) by preventing missed and unsupervised doses. Field tests in India and Uganda found death and default rates reduced to zero compared to over 16% previously. eCompliance creates an indisputable record of each patient visit and drug dose taken by requiring fingerprint scans. This eliminates human errors in record keeping and gaps in treatment supervision that can lead to drug resistance. Initial results found it improved treatment motivation and outcomes while increasing health worker productivity by 30%.
Community radio can play an important role in education in rural India. Alfaz-e-Mewat 107.8 MHz was set up in Mewat, Haryana to serve over 180 villages with limited access to mainstream media and challenges like low literacy. The radio station aims to connect, educate and entertain the community through various educational programs. These include radio school for out-of-school children, programs in local dialects to promote primary education, and discussions on important issues. The community radio has increased awareness, supported effective local institutions, and allowed cross-sharing of educational ideas and content between schools.
This document summarizes the work of EKAL, an organization working to bridge social disparities through inclusive education. It provides education to children in rural villages, with over 51,717 schools as of 2013 benefiting over 26 lakh children. The schools are run by local female teachers with matric-level education. EKAL also provides health care education and promotes self-reliance through programs on health, hygiene, and organic farming. An independent study found EKAL has positively impacted villages through reduced liquor consumption, increased social harmony, education awareness, and empowerment. EKAL's goal is to reach 100,000 villages and further promote self-governance as envisioned by Mahatma Gandhi
Bhoruka Charitable Trust (BCT) was founded in 1962 by Late Shri. Prabhu Dayal Agarwal to support socio-economic development in rural India, especially weaker groups. BCT operates in several states, focusing on health, education, water and sanitation, livelihoods, and art promotion. Key projects include constructing over 45,000 low-cost toilets in Rajasthan, building water supply infrastructure helping over 300 villages, and supporting government efforts to make Churu district open defecation free. BCT also implements programs on integrated water resource management, rainwater harvesting, and supporting village committees to maintain water supply operations.
The document summarizes the activities of the International Development and Cooperation Association (IDCA) in promoting poverty eradication efforts in India. It discusses IDCA's vision of developing India free of poverty and disparities. It outlines how IDCA raises funds and supports projects in areas like water, sanitation, education, healthcare, agriculture and livelihoods. It also provides summaries of conferences, seminars and visits to partner organizations held from 2003-2013 to facilitate networking, collaboration and learning between organizations. It highlights upcoming activities in 2014 and encourages participation in IDCA's efforts.
IRRAD is an institute that works to empower rural communities in India through community participation and sustainable development programs. It focuses on improving agriculture, water access, rural governance, sanitation and health. IRRAD's initial work is located in Mewat District, Haryana, where it aims to build capacity of local institutions, raise awareness of citizens' rights, increase access to water, and promote modern farming practices. It measures its impact through community engagement, leader training, infrastructure development and use of its community radio station.
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The presentation highlights the key aspects for partnerships and learnings to turn challenges into opportunities by working together to empower rural India.
The document discusses a lack of access to safe water, hygiene, and sanitation in India which leads to diseases and economic losses. It notes that conventional approaches to improving WASH have been ineffective and do not address women's needs. The "Pan in the Van" approach is proposed as a women-centric, mobile solution using a van equipped with audiovisual tools, demonstrations, and a resource team. The approach involves a 3-day camp providing planning, capacity building, and follow up to help communities achieve and maintain total sanitation in a cost-effective manner. Evaluation of initial camps showed improved women's participation, demand generation, and addressing supply chain issues.
This document summarizes discussions from a national conference on women-led water management in rural India. [1] Key frameworks and strategies were discussed to promote women's participation in water sustainability efforts, including policy changes, capacity building, institutional support, and ensuring economic independence. [2] Groups also discussed the roles of government institutions, civil society, and enabling an environment for women in decision-making around water management and sanitation. [3] Research needs identified included better understanding women's water roles at the community level, the link between water security and development, and developing gender-friendly sanitation technologies.
This document reviews gender and capacity building initiatives in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs in India. It finds that [1] training programs do not adequately cover gender and equity issues and there is a gap between policies and practices. It also finds that [2] training participants and trainers are mostly men, with limited female participation. Finally, it finds that [3] training content is gender blind and does not include dedicated content on gender sensitization or issues like menstrual hygiene. It recommends a thorough review of training curricula from a gender and equity perspective to make capacity building more inclusive.
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The document discusses the Women Led Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Mission) led by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation in India. [1] It notes that poor sanitation impacts women's health, education, safety, dignity, and privacy the most. [2] The initiative aims to create open defecation free villages through a saturation approach ensuring all households and public places have toilets. [3] It focuses on demand generation, gender perspectives, and involving women as change agents to promote sanitation and hygiene.
This document analyzes women's participation in the Jalswarajya water project in Maharashtra, India. It finds that while the project mandated 50% women's participation, their involvement was often superficial and did not meaningfully empower women or address gender inequalities. Rural elites still controlled project information and resources. Women's roles were often proxies for their caste groups rather than representatives advocating for women. The project failed to sustain women's empowerment activities after implementation or address underlying power imbalances around caste and class. It concludes that true gender equality in water governance requires more than quotas and must directly confront social norms that exclude women.
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This document discusses assessing the vulnerability of rural households to lack of adequate water supply for domestic and productive needs. It proposes developing a composite vulnerability index based on 6 sub-indices: 1) water supply and use, 2) family occupation, 3) social institutions, 4) climate, 5) water resources, and 6) financial stability. The index was tested in 3 villages in India with values ranging from 2.21 to 6.58, indicating varying vulnerability among households based on their water access and livelihood factors. The study found vulnerability was highest in Kerkatta village due to water scarcity and influenced by household economy. The index could help target water supply interventions and surveillance.
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The document discusses the Women Led Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Mission) led by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation in India. [1] It notes that poor sanitation impacts women's health, education, safety, dignity, and privacy the most. [2] The initiative aims to create open defecation free villages through a saturation approach ensuring all households and public places have toilets. [3] It focuses on demand generation, gender perspectives, and involving women as change agents to promote sanitation and hygiene.
This document discusses the experiences of the Andhra Pradesh Farmers Managed Groundwater System (APFAMGS) Project in fostering women's participation in water resource management. Key points:
1) The project worked to make women equal partners in local water institutions, giving them 50% membership and requiring 50% female attendance for decisions.
2) Over 4,000 women and men were trained to collect technical water data that was then used to forecast risks and plan water usage.
3) At annual workshops, women analyzed data and prioritized more sustainable solutions over commercial or political interests, bringing a new perspective to water governance.
4) Involving women in decision-making and technical roles
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1. Empowering women through affordable and
sustainable technological solutions to
address various water challenges in the
country.
5th Nov 2012
Water and Women Conference: SM Sehgal Foundation,
Gurgaon
Neelima Alam, D.R. Prasadaraju, Sanjay Bajpai, Vineet Saini
Technology Mission Cell
DST
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2. • Is water a women’s question?
• Why is it so?
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3. • Women are home makers, nurturers and carers of natural resources
and hence they should be seen in those very roles in the water
sector.
• Women’s domain therefore remains that of domestic water sector-
collecting and using that water for the welfare of the family.
• Men’s domain is seen in the productive sphere or the irrigation
sector. This is considered as a natural extension of their work of value
addition and surplus generation.
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4. How are women visualised
• Women first seen as the victims affected by
the environmental crisis
• Then seen as the solution because of their
natural roles as care takers and nurturers
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5. • In rural areas, up to one-third of a woman’s time can be spent
fetching water and traversing physically a rough terrain Women may
carry up to 20 kg of water on their heads and/or side below arms on
each excursion (The Right to Water is a Woman’s right, Global Water
Crisis, Blue Planet Project http:blueplanetproject.net).
• Indian women can make up to six trips a day to collect and
transport water for the household requirement. These trips in rural
regions can aggregate upto ten kilometers a day, carrying up to
fifteen liters every trip.(Water, Work and Women in Rural India, by
Aditi Kapoor, World Resources Institute, Washington DC, USA).
• The women load vessels (jars or buckets) on their heads to carry
water. The pressure, added with the distance to water sources,
creates back ache, swelling in the feet, discomfort in the body and
posture problems. the time spent on collecting water and lack of
sanitation facilities increases women’s inequality thus continuing the
cycle of not able to pursue desired level of education and poverty.
• girls in rural India drop out of school, so as to help the mother for
carrying out the burden of collecting water for entire household.
Girls as young as ten or even below this age, contribute to household
tasks and fetching water is one of important tasks.
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6. • The tragedy is that, having spent so much time and effort in reaching a source of
water, the water itself is often dirty, polluted and contaminated posing a health hazard.
• Unsafe water causes many ailments and it is reported that consumption of such water
and unhygienic sanitation account for nearly 80% of common ailments, such as,
diarrhoea and dysentery, which are responsible worldwide for mortality of
considerable number of children under the age of five (WHO Report on Water related
Diseases-Diarrhoea, Fact sheet (http:www.who.int).
• Women and girls collecting water are also susceptible to diarrhoea, hepatitis A, and
leptospirosis, a bacterial infection from water that is polluted by urine of animals,
which many a times are brought to this very source of water for consuming water (The
Water Project, Water in Crisis-Spotlight on Women in India, by Alexandra
Barton(http:thewaterproject.org)
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8. DST’s Techno-based Initiatives
for Pure Drinking Water Security
• Water Technology Initiative (WTI)-a) Promoting R &D in Water
Sector for development of cost effective solutions for domestic applications
for ensuring safe portable water.
&
b) WAR for Water Action Plan-Started in 2009 under the H’onble Supreme
Court directives-enabling transfer of technology as the solution for the
identified problems at the field level to address various water challenges
facing the country.
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9. Methodology of Implementation for
WAR for Water
• Based on interactions with various States/UTs- TMC identified 26 challenges in
89 clusters for mounting challenges.
• Technical bids for solving diff water challenges were invited to have pilot trials
in a village of 10,000 people.
• 23 projects have been taken up so far for implementation in various parts of the
country (AP-2, Assam/Bihar/UP/WB-1, Gujarat-4, Haryana-2, Kerala-1, Mizoram-1,
Nagaland-1, Rajasthan-6, TN-3, Tripura-1, and Uttarakhand-1) during the last 2
years, out of which 9 are commissioned (AP-1, Assam/Bihar/UP/WB-1, Gujarat-1,
Rajasthan-3, TN-2 and Uttarakhand-1) so far.
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10. Location Key Water Challenges Process Adopted Deliverables Beneficiaries
Buja Buja, AP Low per capita Conventional treatment 125 Kl domestic 3000 families (drinking
availability, high levels of domestic water and water and domestic water)
of salinity, dissolved RO for drinking water; 75 Kl drinking 2000 farmers (irrigation
solids, bacteria, Wastewater treatment water of lands through treated
fluorides, seawater 1 MLD treated wastewater)
intrusion, etc waste water
Tantigaon+3 villages in High levels of Arsenic, Zero Valent Iron Arsenic Removal plant 6000 families in 42
Assam, Arak+20 villages bacteria each 600-100 LPH villages (drinking
in Bihar, water)
Bajhraja+12 villages in
UP,
and
Bikrampur+3 villages in
WB
Pacheri Kalan and
Low per capita Rain Water Harvesting Rain water harvesting 465 families in 2
Pacheri Kurd, Rajasthan
availability, over structures each 20 KL villages (drinking
exploitation of ground water)
water
Mamsapuram, Tamilnadu Low per capita Conventional treatment 125 Kl domestic 5500 families (drinking
availability, high levels of domestic water and water and domestic water)
of salinity, total dissolved RO for drinking water; 75 Kl drinking 2000 farmers (irrigation
solids, iron, bacteria, Wastewater treatment water of lands through treated
fluorides, etc 1 MLD treated waste
waste water
Augstmuni, Low per capita River Bank Filtration 300-900 LPH 5800 families in 4
Karnaprayag, Satpuli and availability, high levels villages (drinking and
Srinagar, Uttarakhand of suspended solids, domestic water)
bacteria, etc
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11. Transparency and Stakeholder
Involvement
S.No Activity Stake holders involved
1 Preparation of project proposal, submission and Solution Provider, Experts, Community,
related preparatory project- related including women self help groups, and
organizational aspects officials of DST
2 Selection of sites for construction of facility District& Panchayat authorities, Solution
Provider, Community, including women
self help groups, and officials of DST
3 Construction of plant and installation of Solution Provider, Experts, and officials of
equipment DST
4 Field investigations, monitoring and review of Solution Provider, Experts, and officials of
project DST
5 Capacity building, operation of plant Solution Provider, Community including
women self help groups, Panchayat,
village youth and officials of DST
6 Information, Education and Communication Community including women self help
tools for the scheme groups, Panchayat, Solution Provider, and
officials of DST
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12. Buja Buja Cluster …
Solution
Technology-RO provider-WSI
Pvt Ltd
• Water Issues-Low per capita availability, Salinity, sea water intrusion, Iron,
TDS
• The Solution addresses all the water issues in a holistic manner.
• Waste Water treatment Plant –to reuse it for irrigation and to recharge the
Ground water table.
• Sustainability and Replicability- Each household pays an amount of Rs 60-
90 per month for use of drinking water and a card system is put in place for
keeping a check on the quantity of water delivered. The unique approach for
the low per capita water availability and water quality problem can be easily
replicated anywhere in India where similar problem exists.
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13. Mamsapuram Cluster…
Technology-RO Solution provider-
WSI Pvt Ltd
• Water Issues-Low income availability, TDS, Salinity, Iron , Flourides
• Due to hydrogeological formation of hard rock up to 30 -150 m, in Mamsapuram,
availability and extraction of sub surface water has been extremely difficult. The solution
addresses all the water issues in holistic manner by using both surface water during
monsoon season and ground water in summer period for production of drinking water.
• Waste Water treatment Plant –to reuse it for irrigation and to recharge the
Ground water table.
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14. River Bank Filtration Technology in
Uttarakhand…
Process of River Bank Filtration technology-
Bank filtration describes pumping of ground water through drinking
water supply wells (tube wells) from aquifers that are in hydraulic
connection to adjacent rivers or lakes. Pumping induces seepage from
the surface water into the aquifer and results in quality improvements
enroute to the well by natural processes such as filtration,
biodegradation, adsorption, redox reactions and mixing. RBF can also
occur under natural conditions as a result of an influent river. Recent experiences have been
incorporated into a new concept
comprising methodological stage-wise
Regional Significance-In case of River Bank Filtration, the production phases of visual site reconnaissance,
of water from near-riverside wells was not favoured in the hills of geodetic surveys, field and laboratory
investigations, parameter determination
India due to the belief that the aquifer thickness was insufficient to and groundwater modeling to plan new
yield sufficient quantity of water. RBF sites in hills. Use of fast and
economical overburden drilling with
excentric bit, Percussion drilling method
technique found to be suitable for
construction of production wells in high-
energy fluvial environments typically
encountered at RBF sites in hills in India,
were adopted, leading to good yield of
water free from turbidity. 25% of the
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15. Improvement in measurable
indicators
• The water now supplied in the villages/towns covered by WAR for Water
programme get 5 lpcd pure water on regular basis, compared to supply of
contaminated water, that too in an erratic manner. In case of villages with
RBF facility, 70 LPCD water, free from all contaminants, is supplied daily.
• Based on the initial sample survey, it was found that there has been
improvement in terms of digestion, cold, fever, urinary infection, kidney
stones, dental fluorosis, typhoid, cholera, diarrhea, etc. The women also
reported that using the treated water for cooking of rice gives pleasing
colour and a better taste. Further, ease of access and consumption of pure
water saves the villagers from buying packaged drinking water, which they
often resort to for serving the guests, patients, and consumed during
festivals/functions.
• As water source is created at a central location or in the household, most
people are collecting water from the plant itself, saving the effort and time
that can be put to other gainful purposes.
• Infrastructure to treat and supply safe water created lead to gainful
employment during construction (10,000-20,000 mandays) and thereafter
to maintain the facility (4-6 persons) within the village.
16. • Though various types of arsenic removal filters have been installed by
Public Health Engineering Dept in the affected areas, their utility is limited
due to poor maintenance, difficulty in access, lack of awareness on on its
working. ARUs are designed such that the daily lifestyle of the villagers is
not affected and the simple design and maintenance allows them to install
and use the filter wherever they wish.
• In case of RWH, wastage of roof water is sorted out and with the help of
technology the rain water is captured for proper storage. With the help of
advanced filter and chamber, fresh rain water is carried to the tanks easily,
making filter or chamber very easy and simple for use at household level.
• Conventional surface water treatment involves coagulation,
sedimentation, filtration through couple of stages, and finally disinfection.
In comparison, RBF provides sufficiently pre-treated water needing
disinfection, that too in small dosage, through chlorination, a simple and
conventional procedure, for eliminating any bacteria.
17. Conclusions
• Department of Science & Technology, through its Water Technology Initiative, is
actively involved in development of solutions for various water challenges facing
the country.
• this initiative has made some notable achievements towards addressing
challenge related to safe drinking water by providing sustainable and affordable
techno-economic and social solutions for potable drinking water in the identified
problem clusters.
• These interventions have benefitted all stakeholders, in general and women, in
particular. Considering the role of women as the epicentre in the rural India in
various aspects of water management, technology solutions have demonstrated
potential to reduce drudgery of rural women besides improving their health
status leading to their economic and social empowerment.
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18. Acknowlegdements
The authors wish to express gratitude to Department of Science and Technology, in
particular Dr T Ramasami, Secretary to the Government of India for the guidance and
encouragement provided in implementation of Water Technology Initiative and WAR for
Water Programme. The authors also convey thanks to Programme Advisory Committee on
Water Technology Initiative, experts, Principal Investigators, Solution providers and others
involved in implementing the projects in various parts of the country.
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