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Role of State Government of Maharashtra, Central Government of India, and Non-Government Organizations in Watershed Management

Mustaq ShaikhAssistant Geologist, Groundwater Surveys and Development Agency, Solapur, Maharashtra, IndiaFarjana BirajdarAssistant Professor, School of Earth Sciences, Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, Solapur, Maharashtra, India

Vol 8 No 2 (2024): Volume 8, Issue 2, February 2024 | Pages: 109-122

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 04-03-2024

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Abstract

This research paper investigates the role of the State Government of Maharashtra, the Central Government of India, and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) in the context of watershed management. Watershed management is crucial for addressing water-related challenges and ensuring sustainable development. The paper delves into the policies, initiatives, and institutional frameworks implemented by the State Government, highlighting successful projects and acknowledging the challenges faced in watershed management. The Central Government's contributions, including schemes, funding, and a national perspective, are examined, with a focus on the impact on Maharashtra. NGOs play a pivotal role in community mobilization, technical expertise, and innovation. Community participation, stakeholder engagement, and technological interventions, such as GIS and remote sensing, are explored. Environmental and socioeconomic impacts, including improved water quality and enhanced livelihoods, are assessed through case studies. Ongoing challenges, recommendations for improvement, and future directions for research and innovation are identified. The paper concludes by emphasizing the collaborative role of the State Government, Central Government, NGOs, and local communities in achieving sustainable watershed management in Maharashtra, calling for continued cooperation to address evolving challenges and foster resilient watersheds.

Keywords

Government Initiatives, Maharashtra, Non-Government Organizations, Sustainable Development, Watershed Management


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Mustaq Shaikh, Farjana Birajdar, “Role of State Government of Maharashtra, Central Government of India, and Non-Government Organizations in Watershed Management” Published in International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 2, pp 109-122, February 2024. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2024.802016

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