Mizoram SW GW

In Mizoram, groundwater management and regulation are overseen by the Mizoram Ground Water Authority (MGWA), which was established under the Mizoram Ground Water (Control and Regulation) Act, 2023. This law mandates that any individual or entity wishing to extract groundwater must obtain permission from the state authorities. It aims to ensure sustainable groundwater use and prevent over-extraction, particularly in light of growing concerns about aquifer depletion and land subsidence. The Act also requires users to register existing wells and drilling agencies. In addition, the law emphasizes rainwater harvesting and artificial recharge to groundwater through measures like check dams, weirs, and the development of springs. For surface water, while specific details on a dedicated agency are scarce, the state's management of water resources likely integrates these regulations into broader water supply and management schemes. This includes utilizing the region's natural springs and riverbeds for water extractio

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Agency Type	State