NEWS – The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has partnered with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Central Groundwater Authority (CGWA), and Karnataka Groundwater Authority (KGWA) to implement an AI-based advanced groundwater monitoring system

HIGHLIGHTS

• Purpose: The collaboration aims to monitor groundwater levels across the city of Bangalore using cutting-edge technology.
• Challenges Addressed:
  • Data Deficiency: BWSSB highlighted the challenge of insufficient data on groundwater levels, making it challenging to manage water resources effectively.
  • Borewell Failures: Failure of borewells contributes significantly to the water crisis, and traditional measurement methods are inadequate for accurate decision-making.
• Technology Development:
  • AI and IoT System: Scientists from IISc are developing an AI and IoT system tailored for Bengaluru to monitor groundwater levels continuously and generate detailed reports.
  • Targeted Monitoring: The system enables officials to monitor specific areas closely, facilitating a targeted approach in addressing groundwater level fluctuations.
• Task Force Establishment:
  • Purpose of Task Force: BWSSB plans to establish a groundwater task force at its head office comprising scientists from IISc and officials from BWSSB, CGWA, and KGWA.
  • Function: The task force will utilize AI-generated reports and data to monitor groundwater levels, analyze trends, and recommend measures to improve groundwater conditions periodically.