Awareness on Groundwater Resources and its utilization in India
Understand Indias Critical Water Reserve for Sustainable Management and Policy Making
Groundwater is the backbone of Indias water security, supporting agriculture, drinking water supply, and industry. However, this vital resource is facing unprecedented stress due to over-extraction and contamination. This comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of Indias groundwater resources, the challenges of its utilization, and the frameworks for its sustainable management. Through detailed modules and case studies, you will gain the knowledge to contribute effectively to water conservation efforts, policy formulation, and responsible resource utilization, ensuring water security for future generations.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Understand the Hydrogeological Framework of India, including major aquifers and groundwater flow systems.
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Analyze the Status and Trends of groundwater utilization across different regions of India.
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Identify Major Challenges including over-exploitation, quality issues, and the socio-economic implications of groundwater depletion.
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Evaluate Government Initiatives and Policies such as the National Aquifer Mapping Program and Atal Bhujal Yojana.
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Apply Principles of Sustainable Groundwater Management including artificial recharge, water budgeting, and participatory groundwater management.
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Recognize the Role of Community and Technology in monitoring, managing, and conserving groundwater resources.
Course Curriculum
The course is structured into comprehensive modules for a holistic understanding:
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Module 1: Introduction to Groundwater: Occurrence, Movement, and Indias Hydrogeology
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Module 2: Groundwater Utilization in India: Irrigation, Drinking Water, and Industrial Use
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Module 3: Groundwater Challenges: Over-exploitation, Contamination, and Legal Aspects
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Module 4: Groundwater Management Frameworks and Government Initiatives
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Module 5: Technological Tools in Groundwater Management: Remote Sensing and GIS
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Module 6: Community Participation and the Path to Sustainable Groundwater Management
Who Is This Course For?
This course is essential for professionals and students involved in water resource management and environmental conservation, including:
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Water Resource Engineers and Hydrologists
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Environmental Scientists and Researchers
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Policy Makers and Government Officials
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Agriculture and Irrigation Professionals
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NGO Staff and Community Workers in water and sanitation
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Students of Environmental Science and Civil Engineering
Prerequisites
While there are no formal prerequisites, a basic understanding of environmental science or geography will be helpful to maximize learning.
Course Features & Included Materials
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In-Depth eLearning: Complete 0.5 hours of detailed, evidence-based instruction.
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Case Studies and Real-World Examples: Learn from detailed analyses of groundwater issues across India.
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Comprehensive Learning Materials: Access downloadable resources, including policy documents, hydrological maps, and management guidelines.
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Certificate of Completion: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.
Enroll Today and Become a Steward of Indias Precious Water Resources!
Invest in understanding the critical resource that sustains our nation. Gain the knowledge to make informed decisions and contribute to sustainable water management practices.
For more information, please contact:
Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org, Ph. 9773500376