Dr. Pappu Lal Meena
Abstract:
This study investigates the water quality of natural sources in Dholpur District, Rajasthan, using a physico-chemical approach to assess the suitability of water for drinking, irrigation, and other domestic purposes. The research analysis is on water collected from wells, rivers and ponds within the district. In the laboratory, key parameters including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total dissolved solids (TDS), turbidity, hardness, and concentrations of essential ions (calcium, magnesium, chloride, sulphate, bicarbonate) were measured. Our results suggest that water quality varies across different sources, some of which appear to be contaminated by the discharge of industrial effluents, agricultural runoff and insufficient treatment of wastewater. Some samples had pH levels that drifted outside the acceptable range for drinking water and high concentrations of TDS were present in certain places that could be harmful to human health and agriculture. The study emphasizes the important need to adopt sustainable water resource management practices and improved monitoring systems for water resources in Dholpur. The study also recommends ways in which water quality can be improved through filtration, regular testing and community based water management initiatives based on the physicochemical properties. This research provides information to understand the local water issues, and how policymakers can address the water scarcity and pollution in the region.
