An aquifer is an underground layer of water-bearing rock, from which groundwater can be extracted. During 2017-2022, an area of 14 lakh sq.km is targeted to be covered under aquifer mapping. Advanced technologies like heli-borne geophysical surveys are being used for mapping in certain areas. The mapping would assist in estimating the quantity and quality of ground water in …
Jal Kranti Abhiyan
Ministry of Water Resources initiated Jal Kranti Abhiyan during 2015-16 for creating awareness on aspects of water security and water conservation. Under Jal Kranti Abhiyan two villages, preferably facing acute water scarcity, are being selected as “Jal Grams”. An integrated water security plan, water conservation, water management and allied activities are being planned for these villages by Panchayat level committees …