Restoration of groundwater resources must for revival of Falgu river: CUSMB study
Patna: As part of the 'Lab to Land' programme of Central University of South Bihar (CUSB), a team of scholars from the earth science department of geology led by its head, Prafull Singh, made a study of the dynamics of historically famous Falgu river (also known as the
) in Bodh Gaya. The primary aim of the study was to collect field data to ascertain the
of this river basin and suggest ways for its rejuvenation. The Falgu river, which holds great religious significance for both, — Hindus and Buddhists, faces acute shortage of water round the year (except during monsoons).The geologists' team evaluated the geological and hydrological factors that influence the flow of the basin and groundwater movement. They tried to understand how climate change and agricultural practices are impacting the river flow and groundwater availability in the basin so that they would formulate a
strategy.
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Members of the study team also engaged with the residents across the catchments area to gain an insight into the local water usage pattern and groundwater access.Observations from the survey highlighted the urgent need for increased community involvement and awareness to promote judicious groundwater use. They also suggested restoration of dried-up wells and protection of main water-bearing formations and structures.
These efforts are vital for achieving long-term water sustainability and preserving the ecological health of the river system, said team leader Singh.According to CUSB's public relations officer Md Mudassir Alam, Niranjana River Recharge Mission convener Sanjay Sajjan, project associate Kamal Nayan, Nawadih panchayat head Basanti Panna and social workers Raj Kumar and Ravindra Kumar Ravi also lent their support to the team.
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