A CRITICAL STUDY ON INDIA’S WATER CRISIS: ASSESSING THE ROLE OF POLICIES AND TECHNOLOGIES IN SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT

AUTHOR –S.KAVIYA, SAVEETHA SCHOOL OF LAW, SAVEETHA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES AND TECHNICAL SCIENCES (SIMATS), CHENNAI-600077

BEST CITATION – S.KAVIYA, A CRITICAL STUDY ON INDIA’S WATER CRISIS: ASSESSING THE ROLE OF POLICIES AND TECHNOLOGIES IN SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (1) OF 2025, PG. 277-288, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

ABSTRACT

India faces a severe water crisis, with increasing demand and depleting resources threatening its sustainable development. The objective of this study to investigates the critical role of policies and technologies in addressing the water crisis and promoting sustainable water management practices. The key factors contributing to water scarcity, evaluating government initiatives, and assessing technological advancements for efficient water use. The study followed here is empirical research. A total of 207 samples have been collected out of which all samples have been collected through convenient sampling methods.The content explores the evolution of water management, transitioning from traditional conservation systems to modern, unsustainable extraction practices. Government programs like the Jal Shakti Abhiyan and Atal Bhujal Yojana are critically analyzed for their impact. The findings reveal that while policies and initiatives are in place, their fragmented implementation and lack of public awareness limit their effectiveness. Technological innovations, though promising, remain underutilized due to financial and infrastructural constraints. The conclusion underscores the urgency of adopting integrated approaches combining policy reforms, advanced technologies, and community participation to mitigate the water crisis and achieve sustainable water management in India.

KEYWORDS: Water Governance, Technological Innovation, Water Conservation, Policy Reform, Sustainable Irrigation Systems