Assessment of groundwater quality and evaluation of impact of salt water intrusion in the coastal region of Raigad district, Maharashtra

Abstract

The intrusion of saltwater into the aquifers along the coastal area is becoming one of the major concerns surrounding the globe . The groundwater development along the coast results in induced flow of saline water into the aquifers of freshwater and thereby resulting in intrusion. The coastal people depend on groundwater for their daily needs, agricultural and industrial purposes thereby pumping of more water from ground increases the rate of intrusion. This groundwater intrusion is creating health hazards and causing many deficiencies and diseases in humans. The groundwater available in such areas can’t be utilized directly and needs some short or big treatment. Through this study we will be able to find out the purification measures to be taken to make water potable for humans.