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Study of ancient water storage systems on forts in Nashik district of Maharashtra - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 05:11 AMThis paper studies the water supply, distribution, collection and storage in the forts around Nashik with the idea of testing the viability of implementing such systems in areas of similar topography. The history of forts in Maharashtra and the forts around Nashik and the water collection and distribution systems thereof are described.
Two ancient irrigation systems of India - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 05:03 AMThe Phad system of irrigation, is found in Maharashtra over the rivers Panzara, Girna and Burai, which are tributaries of Tapi.
Water and culture vis-à-vis river diversions - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 04:48 AMThis paper discusses river linking, as a part of an ancient tradition, and suggests how NGOs can play a role in this attempt. The example of the Koyna dam is taken, and the effective handling of the technical and human angle of the dams construction is detailed through in-depth study and detailed field visits.
Palaeochannels as groundwater storage - A promising option to cope with hydro-hazards in Rajasthan - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 03:47 AMThis paper discusses the role of paleochannels, which are remnants of stream channels cut in older rocks/sediments and filled by younger overlying sediments, representing the distribution of valley systems, in meeting current and future water requirements.
Pampa Sarovara and its environs in Valmiki Ramayana - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 03:17 AMThis paper describes a lake in one of the forests through which the Hindu god Ram and his brother Laxman passed, during their search for Sita. A virtual picture of the forest and the lake (Pampa Sarovara) in it using the Valmiki Ramayana which is a religious biopic of Ram's life on earth is created. This lake is situated near the town of Hampi in Karnataka today, and the forest is a rich source of water to this day.
Ideal historical river water use systems - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 14 Feb, 2011 12:02 AMThe Phad system of irrigation which has been going on for centuries, is found in the northwestern parts of Maharashtra in the three river basins of Panjhra, Mosam, Kan and Aram. Weirs were constructed on these rivers to divert water for agriculture use. These weirs are locally called Bandhara. Each independent Phad system comprises of a diversion weir, a canal on the bank and distributor channels for irrigation.
Idol immersion activities and their management in water bodies in India - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 13 Feb, 2011 11:07 PMThis paper begins with an analysis of the rationale for idol immersion in Hinduism. Some of the reasons given by the author include water being able to disintegrate idols, the idea of purity of water etc.
Irrigation in India - Management phases and its sustainability - Paper presented at the National Seminar on Water and Culture (2007)
Posted on 13 Feb, 2011 10:52 PMSince time immemorial water has been a common property and in many Indian communities there is deep reverence for flowing water. Using the flow of water for community benefit is considered an act of great merit and its misuse and contamination, a sin. In temples, tanks were constructed for rituals and also as a way to earn money for the temple.
Non-compliance of dam agencies in construction of hydro-electric projects in Himachal Pradesh - A photo-essay by SANDRP
Posted on 13 Feb, 2011 03:02 PM
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Financial aspects of irrigation projects in India – A report by the Central Water Commission
Posted on 13 Feb, 2011 08:28 AMThis publication by the Central Water Commission presents data on Major and Medium Irrigation and Multipurpose projects, Minor Irrigation projects, Command Area Development scheme as available in the Finance A