Abstract:
Uttarakhand is a state in India's northern Himalayas that is blessed
with magnificent natural splendour and abundant mountain springs. Even so, during
the summer, there is a severe lack of potable water in clusters of hilly villages, there is
a severe water shortage, particularly in the summer and in years with less rainfall. In
Uttarakhand, the springs serve as the natural source of domestic water. The ionic
chemistry of surface and groundwater can vary significantly due to several factors, the
most significant of which are urbanization, industrialization, and agricultural
development. The strategy for the development and management of water resources
as part of the water resources development programme includes an evaluation of the
impact that industrialization and urbanization have had on water resources. As a result,
in the Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, comprehensive research on the sub-surface
and groundwater quality has been carried out to evaluate the water's quality and
determine whether or not it is suitable for drinking, residential, or agricultural use.
