Amita Bhaduri

Changing with the seasons: How Himalayan communities cope with climate change - A report by Peoples’ Science Institute

This report presents the findings of a participatory study in the Bhagirathi and Pindar valleys of Uttarakhand to determine the effects of climate change that have the most impact on rural livelihoods Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 10 months ago

Snow and glaciers of the Himalayas – A study by Indian Space Research Organisation

These reports present the findings of a study on “Snow and Glacier Studies” where snow cover for the Indian Himalaya was monitored for four consecutive years from 2004-05 to 2007-08. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 10 months ago

Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation – Information on water and sanitation in India

The website of the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation is a very rich source of information and data regarding rural water and sanitation in India. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 10 months ago

Why Mumbai must reclaim its Mithi – A study by Observer Research Foundation

This report deals with the study on the neglect and virtual turning of the river Mithi in Mumbai into a sewer. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 10 months ago

Integrated River Basin Planning – Experience on policy and practice in Pamba River Basin in Kerala – A report by APSF Environment Project

These reports present a replicable model for river basin management of intra-state rivers in India. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Status of SRI in India - Upscaling strategy and global experience sharing - A roundtable discussion at IARI

A roundtable discussion was held on upscaling strategy and global experience sharing to gain more insights on the System of Rice Intensification (SRI). Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Weather variability and rainfall pattern of Sidr, the post-monsoon cyclonic storm of November 2007 in the Meghalaya Plateau – A paper in Current Science

This paper in Current Science deals with the weather variability and rainfall pattern of Sidr, the post-monsoon cyclonic storm of 15 November 2007 in the Meghalaya Plateau. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Interlinking of water harvesting structures through link water channels - A viable alternative at micro-level by Ambuja Cement Foundation

This report offers an account of interlinking of water harvesting structures through link water channels as a viable option of water management at micro-level. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

In the name of clean energy – A report on Asian Development Bank financed hydropower projects in Himachal Pradesh

This report deals with the ADB financed hydropower projects in Himachal Pradesh, which are leading to obstruction of the rivers and their ineffectiveness in harnessing the water energy. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

A perspective of watershed development in the central Himalayan state of Uttarakhand – A paper by Malavika Chauhan

This paper discusses the evolution of watershed development projects and their implementation in Uttarakhand. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Urban water supply sector – Key lessons and contextual sector risks – A note by Asian Development Bank

This note presents an independent review of its operations to assess their effectiveness and improve the development of future policies and projects. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Planning for vulnerability - The hazards and setbacks in coastal legislation – A report by Dakshin Foundation

Laws pertaining to specific ecosystems and their use made an appearance over the last three decades. This report deals with the hazards and setbacks in coastal legislation. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Harbouring trouble - The social and environmental upshot of port growth in India – A report by Dakshin Foundation

This report presents the social and environmental upshot of port growth in India. It reveals gaps and concerns in port planning for the environment and coastal communities. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Claims for survival - Coastal land rights of fishing communities – A report by Dakshin Foundation

This report by Dakshin Foundation deals with coastal land rights of fishing communities. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Changes in extreme rainfall events and flood risk in India during the last century- A report by the India Meteorological Department

This report by the India Meteorological Department deals with the changes in extreme rainfall events and flood risks in India during the last century. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Monitoring system for incentive programs – Learning from large-scale rural sanitation initiatives in India – A report by the Water and Sanitation Programme

This report is a large-scale effort to meet the basic sanitation needs of the rural people who do not currently have access to safe and hygienic sanitation. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Soil respiration under different forest species in the riparian buffer of the semi-arid region of northwest India – A paper in Current Science

This paper in Current Science deals with soil respiration under different forest species in the riparian buffer of the semi-arid region of North West India. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Bringing water to your door step - Urban water reforms for the next decade – A report by Price Waterhouse Coopers

According to the report, the collective vision should be to provide good quality, reliable, affordable and continuous (24x7) water supply to residents. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Now it is water all the way in Garhkundar–Dabar watershed of drought-prone semi-arid Bundelkhand – A paper in Current Science

This report presents the success of watershed development in Garhkundar–Dabar watershed in Bundelkhand, Madhya Pradesh. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago

Recession and reconstruction of Milam Glacier in Kumaon Himalaya – A paper in Current Science

This paper in Current Science deals with the recession and reconstruction of Milam glacier in Kumaon Himalaya. Amita Bhaduri posted 12 years 11 months ago