Punjab GW

The Punjab Groundwater Agency is part of the state's efforts to manage and conserve water resources, which are crucial for its agricultural economy. The primary agency responsible for groundwater management is the Punjab Water Resources Management and Development Corporation (PWRMDC), established by the state government. Initially focused on the utilization of groundwater for irrigation, the agency has expanded its mandate to include various activities such as the development, conservation, and management of both surface and groundwater resource. Punjab faces significant challenges due to over-exploitation of groundwater resources, driven largely by the state's high dependence on irrigation, especially with the advent of the Green Revolution. The state uses a well-established canal irrigation system but also relies heavily on tube wells, which have increased over the years. Groundwater depletion is a growing concern, particularly in the northwestern, central, and southern parts of the state​. To address thes

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Agency Type	State