Impact of Land use on Surface & Groundwater Quality on Ghataprabha SBN

Water is the most precious resources on our planet earth. It is most abundant and familiar liquid, widely distributed in nature. It is essential to human life and to the health of the environment. As a valuable natural resource, it comprises of marine, estuarine, and fresh water which includes rivers, and groundwater environments, across coastal and inland areas. Water has two dimensions that are closely linked i.e. quantity and quality. Water quality is a neutral term that relates to the composition of water as affected by natural processes and human activities. It is defined by its physical, chemical, biological and aesthetic characteristics to sustain environmental values and uses. A healthy environment is one in which the water quality supports a rich and varied community of organisms, protects public health and sustains economic growth.