6-Systems Analysis and Optimal Water Resources Development Scenario in India.

Abstract

The present paper highlights the National Water Policy of India that has been modified in the year 2002 and the emphasis given to the application of systems techniques in various related issues in the policy. After brief description of systems techniques, major water resources planning issues have been discussed. The need of systems tools for water resources planning and management is described. Finally, a detailed overview of systems applications in Indian context is presented.