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A Critical Evaluation of the main Causes of Water Management Problems in Indian Urban Areas

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Author Affiliations

  • 1 Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, M.P, INDIA

Int. Res. J. Environment Sci., Volume 4, Issue (8), Pages 87-91, August,22 (2015)

Abstract

Water one of the main sources for human survival and growth. The Government of India has recognized the importance of proper utilization of this very special solution and has mentioned the special challenges faced with its management. Through this research we have attempted to under-stand and evaluate the main causes of lack of proper water management in urban cities by using available literature as well involving the officials of local bodies involved in its management. In this research we collected opinions through an open-ended questionnaire from the people mostly involved in its management. The respondents were of the favor of setting up of boards and accountable bodies for proper management of resources.

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