Land Suitability Assessment For Stormwater Management, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu
Land is a finite resource, and its uncontrolled and unscientific use can worsen climate change and lead to disasters like droughts and floods. To address these challenges and achieve social, economic, and environmental development goals, responsible and sustainable land-use policies are crucial. Conducting a comprehensive land suitability assessment can guide such practices and policies. As India faces water scarcity for over 600 million people, the National Water Mission (NWM) aims to secure water resources through various programs, including surface and groundwater management and wetland conservation. To mitigate freshwater depletion, storm water management strategies and water harvesting infrastructure should be implemented. A report focusing on Mayiladuthurai district identifies unused lands that could be utilized for storm water management to improve water security, forestation, and agriculture. The report analyzes the water harvesting potential of unused lands in Mayiladut...