Advanced Center For Water Resources Development And Management

Aquifer-Based Groundwater Management focuses on sustainable use of groundwater by treating aquifers as distinct units with defined physical and hydraulic limits. Unlike traditional groundwater management, which often targets wells and pumping systems, this approach emphasizes the importance of aquifers as whole systems, including their recharge and discharge areas. By understanding and managing these natural groundwater "catchments," aquifer-based strategies enable tailored, sustainable solutions that prioritize the resource itself, ensuring balanced groundwater use and long-term availability.

Aquifer and Agriculture program highlights the critical role of groundwater in India's agriculture, which supports nearly 70% of irrigated farming. The program addresses the unsustainable exploitation of aquifers due to the absence of a dedicated groundwater policy. It emphasizes the need for sustainable practices to protect this essential resource, aiming to secure agricultural livelihoods. Research focuses on groundwater's impact on rainfed farming, soil moisture, and irrigation, integrating aquifer management protocols to enhance resource security and support agrarian growth.