Abstract:
This state-of-art report brings out that the water resources are finite and are already becoming inadequate for meeting the growing requirements for drinking and industrial use. It describes that, at a number of places, the water quality of streams and wells is degraded due to pollution caused by untreated or partially treated wastes (domestic and industrial) and excessive abstraction for irrigation. The present and anticipated requirements of water for domestic and industrial use have been stated. The current practices for water supply in rural and urban areas and for industrial use have been reviewed to state the critical areas that need attention. The inter-relationship between water supply and water pollution control has been pointed out and new concepts in water management have been outlined emphasizing conservation and recycling of water resources. The report mainly focusses on India.
