Abstract:
To meet the increasing demands of water due to urbanization, industrialization and modern agricultural practices, there is necessity to conserve the limited available
water resources through scientific management strategies and achieve optimal utilisation of the conserved resources. The advancements made in modern technology in the field of system analysis techniques and the computer facilities available should be effectively utilised for planning and management of the basin as an unit instead of the present project oriented approach. The conventional methods must be replaced by the modern scientific approach and the easy availability of personal computers should be fully utilised as an useful tool in helping the decision maker; to select the best out of the number of feasible alternatives. This paper describes the guidelines for the operation of reservoirs. System Engineering Techniques, which are used for integrated operation of multipurpose multireservoir have been explained in detail. Real Time Operation of Reservoirs, where decisions regarding releases are taken relatively quickly for deriving maximum benefits of conserved water, based on inflow forecasts have been included. Certain thrust areas, where further research is necessary have also been identified.
