Focus on reviving Karez system for groundwater recharge in Bidar
Yuva Team seeks integrated development of Naubad-Aliabad Karez system
A meeting between the Bidar Yuva team, Bidar Urban Development Authority chairman Vinod V. Appe and BUDA Commissioner H.P. Pramod focused on the revitalization of Bidar's historic Karez water system, specifically the Naubad-Aliabad Karez. Co-founder of Team Yuva Vinay Kumar Malage emphasized the importance of preserving the Karez system, which was built during the Bahmani period, and its potential to enhance groundwater recharge while addressing the city's increasing water requirements.
The meeting discussed the adverse effects of urbanization, encroachments, and changes in land use on the Karez structure, including the need to protect the underground channels and catchment areas. Suggestions for improving rainwater infiltration and supporting groundwater recharge were explored, with an emphasis on conducting a scientific assessment before implementing any development projects to prevent damage to the original structure.
BUDA members Vinod Kumar Bandge and Mohammed Sami provided input, and Mr. Appe proposed a joint site inspection of the Karez system involving BUDA officials and urban planning department representatives to evaluate the condition of the water channels and identify appropriate conservation and development measures. The conservation of this traditional water infrastructure is crucial for maintaining Bidar's heritage while simultaneously supporting groundwater recharge and meeting the city's long-term water needs.
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