U.P. eyes ensuring zero discharge into rivers, implements multi-layered approach including drone survey
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Uttar Pradesh government is deploying drone surveys and GIS-based dashboards to achieve zero discharge into rivers under the National Mission for Clean Ganga.
Background
The initiative covers over 400 kilometers of major river systems in districts including Kanpur, Varanasi, and Prayagraj. It utilizes geospatial technology to map drain discharge points and feed data into a live GIS-based Drain Dashboard for basin-level monitoring.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNational Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is the nodal agency for river rejuvenation in India
- FactThe drone survey initiative has already completed mapping of over 400 kilometers of river systems
- PlaceKey districts involved in the drone survey include Kanpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Hardoi, Ballia, Meerut, and Mirzapur
- S&TGIS (Geographic Information System) is used for real-time basin-level pollution monitoring and drain mapping
For Mains
Q. Examine how the integration of geospatial technologies and drone surveillance can enhance the efficacy of river rejuvenation missions like the National Mission for Clean Ganga.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data-driven enforcement: Real-time GIS dashboards enable pinpointing of illegal industrial discharge points for immediate regulatory action
- Technological scalability: Drone surveys overcome geographical barriers in mapping complex urban and rural drain networks
- Inter-agency coordination: Requirement for seamless data sharing between state pollution boards and the NMCG for basin-level management
Keywords: Geospatial technology · Basin-level monitoring · Zero discharge · River rejuvenation · Real-time data
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