RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
http://www.cgwb.gov.in/RGI-Scheme.html
R&D
Programme of Ministry of Water Resources :-
Ministry of Water Resources provides financial assistance to promote research
work in the field of Water Resources Engineering. The assistance is
provided by way of grants to academicians/experts in the Universities, IITs,
recognized R&D laboratories, Water Resources/Irrigation departments of the
Central and State Governments and NGOs. Research proposals of applied
nature as well as basic research are considered for MoWR support.
Indian National Committees
Considering
wide range of topics covered by Water Resources Engineers, three committees
called Indian National Committees (INCs) have been constituted to co-ordinate
the R&D programme. The three INCs are listed below:
- Indian National
Committee on Surface Water (INCSW) - INC for Ground Water
(INCGW) - INC for Climate Change
(INCCC)
Indian
National Committee on Ground Water (INCGW)
The
Indian National Committee on Ground Water (INCGW) has been constituted by the
Ministry of Water Resources, Government of India, with a view to accelerate the
research & development programmes in ground water sector and giving due
consideration to increased need of taking up research in the field of Ground
Water.
Chairman: Chairman, Central Ground Water Board
Member
Secretary: Superintending Hydrogeologist/OIC
SUO, Central Ground Water Board
Secretariat: Central Ground Water Board, Gallery No. 18/11, Jamnagar
House, Mansingh Road, New Delhi-110011
Phone: 011-23383824,
Fax: 011-23386743
Email: msincgw-cgwb@nic.in
Subject
Domain :
- Ground Water Recharge
- Ground Water Quality
- Impact of Climate Change
on Ground Water - Ground water-Surface
water interrelation - Ground water management
- GIS & Remote sensing
- Geophysical Investigation
- Mathematical /Simulation
modeling
Research
Categories
Research
and related activities for which grant in aid from MoWR can be sought shall
cover one or more from the following list.
- Basic Research
- Applied Research
- Action Research
- Education & Training
- Mass Awareness on Water
Resources Development - Infrastructure
Development - Creation of Centres of
Excellence
Who
can be funded
Funding
is provided to the following :
- R&D institutes/labs
of the Central or State Govt. - Organisations under MoWR
- Universities and
Educational Institutes, Engineering and Agricultural Colleges, IITs - WALMIs, NGOs, non-profit
making private R&D institutions/organization.
Procedure
for Application
Applications
for research grants are to be submitted on the proforma as prescribed in the
guidelines of the Ministry of Water Resources. Five copies of the proposal
alongwith the soft copy is required to be submitted to the Member Secretary,
INCGW at the address given below :
Member
Secretary, INCGW
Central Ground Water Board
Gallery No. 18/11, Jam Nagar House
Mansingh Road, New Delhi-110011
For detail Guidelines and Proforma of Application for Research
Grants. (click
here)
For rates of salaries of research staff DST order (click here)
Proposals that do not undertake investigation of any new techniques, which are
more in nature of data collection and application of known techniques to the
data, proposals that are site specific, proposals which confine to laboratory
studies only and do not include a plan for field trials, proposal where the end
user of the new technique is not clearly identified will be given lower
priority.
Priority
Areas of Research in Groundwater Domain
1.
Groundwater quality: processes, contamination, prevention, remediation
- The physical, chemical
and biological processes in the unsaturated zone and in the saturated
zone. - Aquifers protection from
deterioration of the water quality; to prevent pollution, and remediate
the quality in areas where it has been degraded. - Management of aquifers
with waters of different qualities - Rock-groundwater
interaction with special emphasis on mobilization of geogenic chemicals - Radon in
groundwater and its Health/natural Hazard implication
2.
Climate change and groundwater – impact and adaptation. Possible
ground water repositories and sanctuary wells.
3.
Groundwater – surface water – saline water
- Relationship between the
coastal plains shallow aquifers, surface water, and the first confined
aquifer. - Relationship between the
transfer of contaminants and waste discharges from land and surface waters
to shallow aquifers and vice versa. - Saline and potable
groundwater interface in coastal and inland regions.
4.
Groundwater fluxes recharge & discharge mechanism, quantification and
management in varied geological/climatic setup
5.
Groundwater flow and contaminant transport mechanism. Application of isotope techniques
6. Delineation of aquifer geometry and appraisal of
precise storativity and yield of aquifer
7.
Pumping back of treated effluent through injection wells in coastal areas to
check saline water ingress.
8. Eco-hydrogeology.
9. Carbon
sequestration in saline ground water reservoir and its implications.
Completed
Projects
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Title of Scheme |
Name of P1 & Institute |
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3. |
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Geohydrological Study for |
Dr. G.C. S. Negi, G.P. Pant Inst. |
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2. |
Study of fluvial geomorphology and |
Dr. S. Sinha Ray, Birla Institute |
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3. |
Ground Water Flow Modeling and |
Dr. Rashid Umar, Department of |
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4. |
Institutional framework for |
Prof. Kamta Prasad, Chairman, |
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5. |
Development of Models for the |
Dr. Ligy Philip, Associate |
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6. |
Development of defluoridation |
Dr. Uday Chand Ghosh, Deptt. of |
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7. |
Identification of sites for |
Dr. R.P. Gupta, Dept. of Earth |
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8. |
Causes effects and remedial |
State Water Investigation |
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9. |
Impact of Urban Industrial and |
Prof. M.N. Reddy, Deptt. of |
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10. |
Study on Ground Water |
Dr. A.L. Ramanathan, Associate |
Gist
of Completed Projects
Geohydrological
Study for augmentation of spring discharge in Western Himalaya – Dr.
G.C. S. Negi, G.P. Pant Inst. of Himalayan Environment & Development,
Kosi-Katarmal, Almora, Uttarakhand
The
author has attempted to understand the effect of rainfall, physiography, lithology,
slope and aspect, land use practices, vegetation, altitude, soil type and
anthropogenic interference (e.g., road construction and settlement etc.) and
other characteristics in the spring recharge zone on the water yield and water
quality of the 5 selected springs in the mid-altitudinal belt (lesser Himalaya)
in western Himalaya (Uttarakhand). In this belt most of the human settlement
has taken place and the need for spring water augmentation is most pressing.
This investigation has suggested recharge zone characteristics ideal for spring
discharge and water augmentation in the springs.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Study
of fluvial geomorphology and tectonics of Khari-Mashi drainage basin, Rajasthan
for data base preparation and ground water recharge capability assessment-PI-
Dr. S. Sinha Ray, Birla Institute of Scientific Research, Statue Circle,
Jaipur, Rajasthan.
An
attempt has been made by the author to study the response of the fluvial
processes depicted in various geomorphic units and stream network
characteristics in order to understand their role and possible contribution in
ground water recharge in Khari Mashi drainage basin, Rajasthan.
The study deals with assessment of ground water recharge potentials and
delineation of suitable recharge zones in the basin. The
author utilised two approaches (i) using Thematic Data Overlay Analysis and
(ii) Quantitative Matrix Analysis to identify the most favourable and potential
ground water recharge domains.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Ground
Water Flow Modeling and aquifer vulnerability assessment studies in Yamuna
Krishni Sub basin, Muzaffarnagar Distt., U.P Dr. Rashid Umar,
Department of Geology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, U.P.
The
study aimed at development and improvement of water balance of an aquifer
incorporating natural condition of flow system and demarcation of aquifer zone
vulnerable to contaminations and feasibility study of its mitigation in Yamuna
Krishni Sub-basin. The study has elaborated the groundwater situation in
the area with details of the system conditions with a greater certainty.
The author has suggested that strict controls on groundwater abstraction
need to be introduced in order to manage the groundwater resources of the
Yamuna-Krishni sub-basin. Based on the findings of the study, the author has
suggested management interventions like controlled abstraction, artificial
recharge, development of deeper aquifers, ground water legislation,
conjunctive use etc.
For
detailed report (click here)
Institutional
framework for regulating use of ground water in India capability assessment –
Prof. Kamta Prasad, Chairman, Institute for Resource Management and Economic
Development, 2-B, Institutional Area, Karkardooma, Delhi
- In this study, the author has
made an attempt to examine the adequacy of existing institutional
framework in regulating utilization of ground water in respect of
Over-exploited, Critical and Semi-critical areas. He has evaluated the
efficacy of the ground water regulation system in providing access to
ground water on equitable basis to the weaker section of the society.
An in-depth study was conducted by the author in 6 selected states
viz. Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Gujarat, Punjab, Tamil Nadu
& West Bengal. From each state one district (2 districts in case of
Delhi) was selected. From each district, 2 blocks (1 block in case of
Delhi) and from each block 3 villages and a small town were selected. From
each sample village, 10 ground water user households and from each town,
15 ground water user households (subject to availability) were selected for
study. Information for the study was collected from both secondary
as well as primary sources with greater reliance on primary sources
through field surveys at the grass root level. The study has
suggested that a multi-pronged approach is needed to deal with such a
complex matter as declining ground water levels. The study has suggested
a set of action points.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Development
of Models for the clean up of Cr (VI) contaminated Aquifers using
bio-remediation Dr. Ligy Philip, Associate Professor, Dept. of Civil
Engineering, IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
The
study focused on understanding the transport and biotransformation of
hexavalent chromium in contaminated aquifers through batch experiments,
bench- scale column studies, pilot scale studies including bio-barriers and
reactive zones. The data from batch experiments was used to propose a
mathematical model for simulating the processes of Cr(VI) reduction, substrate
consumption and bacterial growth during the bio-transformation of Cr(VI) to
Cr(III) in presence of molasses and bacteria. This model was developed not only
for bio-transformation by chromium reducing bacteria (CRB) alone but also for
bio-transformation of Cr(VI) to Cr(III) by CRB, iron reducing bacteria (IRB),
and sulphate reducing bacteria (SRB) in presence of molasses, Fe and sulphates.
The mathematical models were validated using the pilot scale experimental
studies. It was demonstrated how the proposed mathematical models can be linked
to optimization models in a simulation-optimization framework in order to
arrive at an optimal design of bio-barriers. The mathematical models were also
applied to study the viability of reaction zone technology for remediating
contaminated aquifers.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Development
of defluoridation Media for contaminated ground water and its lab to field
Application-PI- Dr. Uday Chand Ghosh, Deptt. of Chemistry, Presidency
College, Kolkata, W.B.
The
study was done with aim to develop new sorbent media for reduction of fluoride
content below 1.5 ppm in contaminated ground water in the laboratory and field.
The PI had developed four synthetic bimetal mixed oxides namely
Iron(III)-zirconium(IV) hybrid oxide, iron(III)-aluminum(III) mixed oxide,
iron(III)-tin(IV) bimetal mixed oxide, iron(III)-chromium(III) mixed oxide in
lab bench scale. The report indicated that out of the four synthetic
bimetal mixed oxides, iron(III)-aluminum(III) mixed oxide,
iron(III)-chromium(III) mixed oxide are efficient media in removing fluoride
from contaminated water.
For detailed report (click here)
Identification
of sites for artificial ground water recharge in Upper Ganga Plains, using
remote sensing GIS-PI- Dr. R.P. Gupta, Dept. of Earth Sciences, IIT, Roorkee,
Uttarakhand
The
study focused on delineating porous and permeable stretches in palechannels
which may act as sites for artificial recharge in Upper Gangetic Plains. Three
major paleochannels has been deciphered in the study area. 17 observations
wells drilled in the area to decipher the aquifer geometry and its
characteristics. Study indicates that upper parts of the paleochannels
can be possibly used as sites of artificial recharge because of higher recharge
rate, hydraulic conductivity and porosity observed in the paleochannels.
For
detailed report (click here)
Causes
effects and remedial measures of Arsenic contamination in ground water aquifers
in parts of West Bengal PI- State Water Investigation Directorate, Govt. of
West Bengal
The study had three components -1) to ascertain the effect
on agricultural & livestock population due to use of arsenical water, 2)
assessment of spread of arsenic contamination in remote areas with the help of
Mobile Laboratory Van and 3) to study the feasibility of quality of Arsenic
contaminated ground water through artificial recharge technique at Maynagadi
Mouza under Barasat-I block of North 24 Parganas District. Regarding
component I) study was conducted at 4 mouzas of Deganga block of the North 24
Parganas, W.B. The study revealed passage of Arsenic from the contaminated
ground water to soil/crop/animal feed systems. 2) Mobile Chemical
Laboratory Van was used to identify the areas with arsenic groundwater.
Demonstrative camps were organized at the village level. 6000 samples
were analysed in 81 blocks of 8 districts of W.B. Regarding 3), four recharge
shafts were constructed at Moynagadi Mouza of Barasat-I block of North 24
Parganas district. From the chemical analysis done during the pre and post
monsoon periods, it has been inferred that arsenic concentration in ground
water has reduced due to augmentation of ground water by artificial
recharge.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Impact
of Urban Industrial and Agricultural Pollution in Surface and Ground Water in
and around Hyderabad and Secunderabad, A.P.-PI- Prof. M.N. Reddy, Deptt. of
Geology, Osmania University, Hyderabd, A.P.
The
author in this study has attempted to assess degree of ground water
contamination in and around twin cities of Hyderabad & Secundarabad, Andhra
Pradesh and determine the factors responsible for it. The study has
revealed that there is high concentration of pollutants in surface and ground
water samples due discharge of industrial wastes or domestic sewage in the
study area. The author has suggested suitable remedial measures for
prevent contamination.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Study
on Ground Water Contamination through Municipal Land fills in the NCT,
Delhi-PI- Dr. A.L. Ramanathan, Associate Professor, School of Environmental
Sciences, JNU, New Delhi
The
study aimed at assessment of ambient status of contamination around three
selected landfills in Delhi i.e. Gazipur, Bhalswa & Okhla, New Delhi and
identification of potential sources and pathways of migration of
pollutants. Sample analysis has revealed high conductivity, high heavy
metal concentration, chloride, nitrate and other cations and anions indicating
anthropogenic pollution. The study has revealed that most of the samples the
landfills act as a point source of contamination as the pollutant concentration
decreases in the direction of the ground water flow along the radius as we move
away from landfill. Statistical analysis and spatial and temporal
variations indicate leaching of pollutants from the landfill to the ground
water regime. A comparative study has indicated that Gazipur landfill
site has the most impact on ground water quality followed by Bhalsawa and
Okhala.
For
detailed report (click
here)
Ongoing
Projects
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Title of Scheme |
Name of P1 & Institute |
Status |
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1. |
2. |
3. |
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1. |
Ground water behaviour in Connate |
Chief Engineer & Director, |
Report awaited |
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2. |
Hydro-fluorosis in Halia River |
Dr. M. Muralidhar, Dept. of |
Report awaited |
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3. |
Spatio-temporal modeling of ground |
Dr. K.P. Sudheer, Associate Prof., |
Final report awaited |
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4. |
Developing a Methodology for |
Dr. G. Ravi Kumar, Asstt. Prof. in |
Ongoing |
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5. |
Assessment of hydrogeochemical |
Dr. Nila Rekha, Senior Scientist, |
Ongoing |
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6. |
Development of Nanofiltration |
Dr. Paramita Ray, Scientist, |
Ongoing |
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7. |
Vulnerability assessment and |
Dr. S. Chidambaram, Associate |
Ongoing |
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8. |
Study and Investigations on the |
Dr. R.N. Yadav, Lecturer, Govt. |
Ongoing |
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9. |
Estimation of Aquifer Potential in |
Dr. P.K. Singh, Associate |
Ongoing |