Karnataka launches Borewell Suraksha Abhiyan to safely close unsafe open borewells
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Rural infrastructure safety and disaster mitigation: a relevant GS3 case study.
Why in news
Karnataka's Minor Irrigation and Science and Technology Minister announced the Borewell Suraksha Abhiyan to identify and safely close unsafe open borewells to prevent child fatalities.
Background
The Borewell Suraksha Abhiyan is a campaign in Karnataka to secure borewells. The Ground Water Development Directorate under the Minor Irrigation Department will verify failed borewells, potentially utilizing a WhatsApp number for public reporting.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeBorewell Suraksha Abhiyan: A Karnataka state initiative to identify and safely close unsafe open borewells
- BodyGround Water Development Directorate: The body responsible for verifying failed borewells under the Minor Irrigation Department in Karnataka
- FactThe campaign aims to prevent threats to children's lives by securing borewells
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Borewell Suraksha Abhiyan in Karnataka, consider the following statements:
- The Ground Water Development Directorate is responsible for verifying failed borewells.
- The initiative is managed by the Department of Agriculture to monitor irrigation water.
- The campaign aims to identify and safely close unsafe open borewells to prevent child fatalities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: It is managed by the Minor Irrigation Department.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of groundwater management and safety protocols in rural infrastructure to ensure public safety and sustainable water usage.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Public safety gap: Lack of standardized safety protocols for abandoned borewells in rural and peri-urban areas
- Data-driven governance: Potential for community-led reporting via digital platforms to map hazardous water points
Keywords: Groundwater management · Public safety · Rural infrastructure · Community reporting · Disaster mitigation
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