EFFECT OF URBANIZATION ON GROUND WATER

Abstract

Water resources are under extreme pressure due to the burgeoning human population and rapid urbanization across the world. Urbanization in India is occurring at a rate faster than any other developing country. The planning commission of Govt of India estimates that 40% of country’s population will be residing in urban area by 2030.In India, urban population grows more rapidly than rural population. Increase in the population during the last 50 yrs has led to rapid industrialization and high rate of urbanization which have created tremendous pressure on natural resources like land, air and water. Scientists estimate groundwater accounts for more than 95% of all fresh water available for use. Urbanization can decrease recharge opportunity decrease soil storage and cause low flows Ground water contamination occurs due to Improper dumping of contaminants in urban areas. Hence we need to preserve the quality and quantity of ground water to minimize the ill effects of polluted water.