CGWA Guidelines
The Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti has issued comprehensive guidelines for regulating groundwater extraction and promoting sustainable practices like rainwater harvesting and piezometer installation. Here's a breakdown tailored to your interests in borewell services and community education: --- 🛠️ CGWA Guidelines Overview 1. Piezometer Installation - Mandatory for industries and infrastructure projects extracting groundwater. - Must be installed to monitor groundwater levels and quality. - Data from piezometers should be recorded monthly and submitted to CGWA. - Specifications include: - Minimum depth: same as the borewell. - Proper casing and locking to prevent contamination. - GPS-tagged location and unique identification. 2. Borewell Regulation - No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required from CGWA before drilling or using borewells in notified areas. - Borewell construction must follow approved technical stand...