Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Pollution Studies ISSN: 3107-8419 (Online)

Author Name:- Mayank Shrivastava

Abstract:- Groundwater resources are a vital part of the world's water supply, and their sustainable management is crucial for achieving sustainable development. This paper explores the future of groundwater management and the challenges that need to be addressed to ensure sustainable use of this finite resource. The hydrogeological setup of a country plays a vital role in groundwater management, and groundwater management in India faces several challenges, including overexploitation, contamination, lack of regulation and monitoring, limited data and information, and issues of equity. To deal with these challenges, several techniques can be used, such as artificial recharge, conjunctive use of groundwater and surface water, groundwater banking, water conservation and demand management, groundwater monitoring and management, regulation and enforcement, and participatory management.

Keywords:- Groundwater management, sustainable development, hydrogeological setup, India, overexploitation, contamination, regulation, monitoring, water conservation, participatory management.