IIIrd World Aqua Congress, 02–04 Dec 2009 · Stein Auditorium, IHC New Delhi

The state of Punjab (India) has witnessed a spectacular increase in agricultural production in the last few decades. Because of major shift in cropping pattern, the evapotranspiration demand has almost doubled. To meet this demand, good quality ground water has been extensively used in the central districts of the state and surface water (canals) in South-West Punjab where ground water is of poor quality in general. The state has been facing the twin problem of water table decline/rise in different parts. Efficient management relies on comprehensive database and regular monitoring of the resources.