January-2025 | ISBN: 978-93-6786-485-2
by: Mr. Varanasi Somesh | Ms. K. Deepa | Dr. Pawan Devidas Meshram | Dr. D. Priya Matharasi
Overview of the book
Water Resource Management is an insightful and comprehensive exploration of global and regional water resource challenges, offering practical solutions for sustainable management. The book, authored by Mr. Varanasi Somesh, Ms. K. Deepa, Dr. Pawan D. Meshram, and Dr. D. Priya Matharasi, is an invaluable resource for students, educators, policymakers, and practitioners in the field.
The first chapter introduces the concept of water resource development, emphasizing the significance of water management in global and local contexts. It outlines the nature and scope of water resource management, focusing on the importance of balancing water usage across various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and domestic needs. A special emphasis is placed on India’s water crisis, highlighting issues like water stress, population growth, and industrialization. The chapter also covers the development of historical water management practices and modern techniques like dams and rainwater harvesting systems.
Chapter two dives into the properties of water, discussing its unique qualities and the challenges related to water availability in different sectors. The chapter details the patterns of water consumption in domestic, industrial, and agricultural contexts and introduces the concepts of water stress and scarcity, linking them to environmental and socioeconomic factors.
The third chapter deals with water distribution, covering different types of water resources such as surface, groundwater, and marine water. It also explores the significance of water in India, addressing the issues of interstate water sharing and the challenges posed by transboundary water resources.
In the fourth chapter, the focus shifts to hydrology, introducing basic concepts like precipitation, evaporation, and groundwater movement. Methods for measuring and analyzing hydrological data are also discussed in depth.
The final chapter addresses groundwater, providing an in-depth understanding of its origins, importance, and management. It discusses techniques for measuring groundwater yield, conducting pump tests, and managing groundwater resources through sustainable practices.
Throughout the book, the authors stress the need for integrated water resource management (IWRM) and sustainable development practices that incorporate environmental, economic, and social dimensions. The work encourages both theoretical and practical approaches, making it a vital tool for tackling the global water crisis.
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About the Authors'
Mr. Varanasi Somesh is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Chouksey Group of Colleges, Bilaspur (C.G.). He began his career as a Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering at Lakhmi Chand Institute of Technology, Bilaspur (C.G.).
He completed his Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering in 2013 from Lakhmi Chand Institute of Technology, Bilaspur (C.G.), and subsequently obtained a Master of Engineering in Construction Technology and Management from the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training & Research, Chandigarh, in 2019.
With over 10 years of experience in teaching and administrative roles within engineering institutions, Assistant Professor Varanasi Somesh specializes in several key areas, including Basic Civil Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Solids, Structural Analysis, Engineering Hydrology, Building Construction, Construction Planning & Management, Structural Engineering Design, Foundation Engineering, and Finite Element Method.
He has been granted two patents: “Automated Irrigation Control System with Soil Moisture Sensing and Weather Forecast Integration” and “Enhanced Device and Method for Early Detection of Defects in Concrete Structures.” Additionally, he has attended several conferences and short-term courses and contributed to numerous international journals.
He owns a YouTube channel named “Structural Trinity” and works as an educator at Genique JE-AE Study. His extensive academic background and research interests contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in these domains. Currently, he is completed an AICTE-QIP PG Certificate program from IIT Roorkee on “Wireless Technology and IoT.”
Ms.K.Deepa, is an Assistant Professor in Department of Civil Engineering at A.R.J College of Engineering and Technology, Mannargudi. With over 13 years of teaching experience, she specializes in Environmental Engineering areas in which she has published multiple research papers in reputed journals. She has completed her Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology at A.R.J College of Engineering and Technology. She has completed her Master of Engineering in Environmental Engineering at Alagappa Chettiar College of Engineering and Technology, Karaikudi. She is pursuing her Ph.D. Degree in Civil Engineering in the area of research in waste water treatment at Anna University.
Dr. Pawan Devidas Meshram is currently Associate Professor & Head of the Department of Oil Technology at University Institute of Chemical Technology, KBC North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon. He graduated in Oil Technology at Laxminarayan Institute of Technology, Nagpur. He earned Master of Chemical Technology in Department of Oils, Oleochemicals & Surfactant Technology at Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai. He has completed Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from ICT, Mumbai. He is in the field of Oils, Oleochemicals and Surfactants at KBC North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon. Since 2009 he has been engaged in teaching & research, prior to which he served as Senior Engineer (Process) in MNC. He has authored more than thirty research journal publications, eight book chapters/books. His main area of research includes Wastewater treatment, High performance adsorbents, Novel extraction techniques, Corrosion protection systems, Eco-friendly coatings, Modifier reactions and Neutraceuticals in healthcare. He is the Life Member of many prestigious societies such as ISTE, OTAI, IIChE, SME, ASSET, ISCA, APA and SPC etc. He has been honored with the IMRF National Distinguished Researcher Award-2024 for his continuous contributions to the field of Chemical Technology.
Dr. D. Priya Matharasi, currently working as an Associate professor at St. Joseph’s Institute of Technology in the Department of Chemistry. She completed her doctoral research under University of Madras in 2014 and has 10 years of teaching experience in Chemistry and 7 years of research experience in Green synthesis. She has published 13 research papers and 8 conference papers. She has published 11 Indian Utility Patents and provisionally filed 2 US patents. She is qualified as an internal auditor for NABL audit (ISO/IEC: 17025) for quality control systems and Management procedures. She also serves as a scientific consultant, Women’s biotech park (DST funded), Siruseri, Chennai.