A comprehensive approach of hydrological issues related to ground water using GIS in the Hindu holy city of Gaya, India

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tarun Kumar Lohani ◽  
Melkamu Teshome Ayana ◽  
Abdella Kemal Mohammed ◽  
Mohammad Shabaz ◽  
Gaurav Dhiman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ground Water ◽  
Water Level ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Ground Level ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The People ◽  
Static Water ◽  
The City ◽  
Holy City

Purpose Gaya, the holy city of Hindus, Buddhists and Jains, is facing an acute shortage of potable water. Although the city is blessed with some static and dynamic water bodies all around the region, they do not fulfill the requirement of millions of public either inhabitants of the area or tourists or pilgrims flocking every day. Countless crowds, congested roads, swarming pedestrians, innumerable vehicles moving throughout the day and night have made the city into a non-livable one. The present status of surface water is a mere nightmare to the requirements of the people. Due to which, massive ground water pumping mostly illegally has added a grid in addition to the other socio-economic issues. Design/methodology/approach To focus on such problem, the ground water of the region was studied thoroughly by calculating the depth of water level, discharge, pre-and post-monsoon water table and specifically the storativity in ten different locations. Some data were acquired, others were assessed, and few are calculated to provide an overall view of the ground water scenario. Findings After a long and tedious field study, it was finally established from that static water level ranges from 2.45 to 26.59 m, below ground level (bgl), discharge varies from 3.21 m3/day to 109.32 m3/day. Post pumping drawdown falls between 0.93 m and 16.59 m, whereas the specific capacity lies in between 0.96 and 7.78 m3/hr/m. Transmissivity, which is a key objective to assess ground water potential ranges from 109.8 to 168.86 m2/day. Originality/value This research work is original.

Municipal solid waste management in Kitwe City

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 1075-1092
Author(s):  
Bupe Getrude Mwanza ◽  
Charles Mbohwa ◽  
Arnesh Telukdarie
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Municipal Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Municipal Solid Waste Management ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Municipal Solid Wastes ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The City

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review the present municipal solid wastes (MSWs) management system, from an engineering management (EM) perspective, for the City of Kitwe while proposing a levers-driven sustainable municipal solid waste management (MSWM) model focussing on improving waste management (WM). Design/methodology/approach The research work involves four stages. First, a comprehensive review of literature is conducted on MSWM. Second, structured interviews are conducted with key experts in solid waste management in the City of Kitwe in order to enhance the knowledge inputs. Third, direct observations and an interview with a WM driver are conducted in order to understand; the collection, disposal and treatment options for MSWs. Lastly, a sustainable model for managing MSWs is proposed Findings The research findings indicate that the existing MSW system for the city is highly unsustainable and lacks EM methodologies. There are still a number of challenges in the management of MSWs which include: lack of proper collection and storage of MSWs; lack of an engineered landfill; lack of waste recovery and treatment systems; and lack of public education aimed at reducing and separating MSWs. Practical implications A correct and detailed database for waste generation, collection, treatment and disposal is needed for the City of Kitwe. The system is necessary for WM resources allocation as well as for planning sustainable WM projects. The proposed model has been developed based on the actual observations, data collection and analysis. Originality/value The research identifies a gap in the management of MSWs for the City of Kitwe. This work is original as no similar MSW model has been proposed globally and specific for a developing economy such as Africa.

Can Lean eliminate waste in urban logistics? A field study

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Matias Escuder ◽  
Martin Tanco ◽  
Andres Muñoz-Villamizar ◽  
Javier Santos
Keyword(s):  
Point Of View ◽  
Lean Thinking ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Lean Principles ◽  
Lean Practices ◽  
The People ◽  
Transportation Process ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The City ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeUrban logistics presents a series of challenges, as the interests of the different stakeholders are not always aligned. The aim of this research is to explore the potential of applying Lean principles to reduce waste in urban logistics.Design/methodology/approachAs a structure for “going to gemba,” the authors implemented the shadowing technique to better understand the perspective of companies distributing products in the city of Montevideo, Uruguay. Then, meetings were conducted to validate the observations by the people shadowed.FindingsThe results show that most of shipper's time is dedicated to waiting (59%), which is followed by driving (22%), and only a small section of time was dedicated to unloading and verification activities (19%). Although collaborative solutions are needed along with the different stakeholders, this research highlights how deploying Lean thinking can improve significantly urban logistics achieving up to 25% improvement in the number of stores served per shift.Practical implicationsFrom an academic point of view, this study emphasizes the importance of continue applying and evaluating the Lean practices into transportation contexts. From a company's perspective, the authors have presented a list of propositions that can be implemented for carriers in order to reduce waste and/or improve the efficiency of the urban transportation process.Originality/valueBased on the literature review carried out, the subject study of Lean and its application to urban logistics remains mostly unexplored in the scientific literature.

scholarly journals Wastage Pay Smart Bin

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.6) ◽  
pp. 193 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Karuppiah ◽  
S. Senthil Kumar ◽  
S. Ravivarman ◽  
P. Joel Joshuva ◽  
A. Prabhu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Monoxide ◽  
Ground Water ◽  
Water Level ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Ultrasonic Sensor ◽  
Waste Materials ◽  
The People ◽  
Plastic Materials ◽  
Plastic Wastes ◽  
Pass Through

The separation of waste materials into degradable and non-degradable waste is one of the major issues in our country. As the plastic materials cause major harm to the humans as well as the environment it should be separated and effectively recycled. The non-degradable plastic wastes do not allow the rain water to pass through it thereby decreasing the ground water level. If these wastes are burnt, it emits carbon monoxide which is harmful to the humans. Our project is to encourage the people to dump and segregate the waste materials in their households using smart bins. The separation of the plastic waste is done by using capacitive type proximity sensor and ultrasonic sensor. In order to encourage the people to collect and segregate the waste materials, in large amount, they are rewarded for the amount of waste that they collect and segregate. The amount of waste collected is displayed in the website and in their mobile phones with the amount of reward points earned. The customers redeem their reward points in the shops mentioned in the website.  

Solo travellers to city destinations: an exploratory study in Sweden

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saeid Abbasian
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Regional Tourism ◽  
The People ◽  
City Tourism ◽  
Travel Agencies ◽  
The City ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Insight Into

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to gain more insight into the phenomenon of solo travel to city destinations and attain more knowledge on the topic.Design/methodology/approachThe study employed a questionnaire consisting of qualitative and quantitative items. In all, 21 individuals (12 women, 9 men) responded.FindingsThe most important reason for solo travel was their own free choice and in some cases, difficulty finding companions. Their activities at the destinations were mostly visiting attractions followed by visiting friends, shopping, walking, eating at restaurants, learning the language, working, etc. They mostly mentioned advantages but also some disadvantages with solo travelling. Their experiences, especially with the people in the host destinations, have been positive and they show overall satisfaction with their visit. A predominant share of the interviewees showed a kind of loyalty to one or more specific city destinations and wished to revisit them again and again.Practical implicationsThe current study might have some implications for city tourism developers/destination developers, travel agencies, national or regional tourism boards and tour operators in major urban areas and cities. Especially, this study has a practical contribution to the city tourism practitioners and gives them more insight in what values, attitudes, perceptions, expectations and motivations the solo travellers might have before or while they visit their cities. The study also has implications for potential solo travellers seeking more knowledge and information on the issue.Originality/valueThe phenomenon of solo travel to city destinations is an unresearched topic in Sweden. This exploratory study is the first in Sweden to focus on solo travellers visiting city destinations.

Tracking sustainable development goals – a case study of Pakistan

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anam Javeed ◽  
Muhammad Yar Khan ◽  
Mobashar Rehman ◽  
Asif Khurshid
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
General Public ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
National Level ◽  
Ground Level ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The People ◽  
Level Data ◽  
Development Goals

PurposeThe aim of this study is to gather and analyse the information regarding the level of awareness and commitment of the public as well as the organizations of Pakistan pertaining to sustainable development goals (SDGs).Design/methodology/approachA sample of 500 respondents in total including employs and general public is selected for their opinion regarding SDGs. The data was collected by personal administration of questionnaires in organizations and general public. The data has been collected from federal and provincial capitals of Pakistan. The data has been analysed using Smart PLS and the hypothesized relationships have been tested using regression analysis.FindingsThe level of awareness as well as level of commitment towards the fulfilment of SDGs varies across the cities of Pakistan according to the business volume and their affiliation with the United Nations.Research limitations/implicationsThis study has been conducted in Pakistan only however a cross-country implementation of the framework and comparison would have yielded more in-depth facts.Practical implicationsThis study provides the policy makers with the ground-level data regarding the awareness and commitment of Pakistani organizations and public towards SDG fulfilment. A glance towards the attitudes of the people towards the subject could also be seen through this study. It could be further utilized and referred by other researchers for comparison with their own studies regarding SDGs.Originality/valueThis a comprehensive study conducted at federal and provincial level of Pakistan which has yielded ground realities towards the implementation of SDGs. The results could be used for policy making and planning at national level.

Conservation of tanks/lakes in the Bangalore metropolitan area

2007 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krishne Gowda ◽  
M.V. Sridhara
Keyword(s):  
Ground Water ◽  
Metropolitan Area ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Pollution Abatement ◽  
Tree Planting ◽  
Water Bodies ◽  
Peninsular India ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The City

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to build up perspectives for the conservation and restoration of the various spoilt water bodies within the Bangalore metropolitan area.Design/methodology/approachThis paper describes how Bangalore city is typical of the features of peninsular India in that it is made up of ridges, valleys and undulating terrain. Monsoon rainfall is substantial and the tanks and lakes can receive and contain substantial amounts of water from rains. Only thing is to de‐clog the natural water flow routes and to restore the bunds of tanks and repair the spillways and put in place legal and administrative measures to preserve the interiors of tanks; free them from construction activities and launch suitable afforestation programs to contain soil erosion, improve the quality of subsoil water and raise if possible medicinal and ornamental trees so that Bangalore gains in its aesthetic appeal.FindingsThe study reveals that the existence of water bodies is an important asset to the environment of Bangalore. It has a beneficial impact on the microclimate of the city and serves as outdoor recreational areas, which are very much needed as a source of change and relief for the city dwellers. It is good for developing open spaces with greenery along the valleys. There is much scope for water‐front developments to enhance urban aesthetics in the surrounding areas. It is possible to improve the ground water table, so that there will be scope for tapping ground water through bore wells all through the year, particularly during summers.Practical implicationsThis work will draw the attention of government authorities as well as local residents, NGOs and experts to keep the tanks/lakes conserved in and around the BMA and to prevent silting of tanks by offshore development and large‐scale tree planting and also removal of encroachments within the study area.Originality/valueThis study will stimulate interest in recreation, conservation, open space beautification, pollution abatement and a myriad other ways to improve the quality of urban environment.

Investigation of Groundwater Flow Direction in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (12A) ◽  
pp. 1744-1750
Author(s):  
Francis J. OGBOZIGE ◽  
Michael A. Toko
Keyword(s):  
Groundwater Flow ◽  
Water Level ◽  
Flow Direction ◽  
Surface Elevation ◽  
Municipal Water Supply ◽  
Septic Tanks ◽  
Port Harcourt ◽  
Static Water ◽  
The City ◽  
Static Water Level

The lack of reliable municipal water supply in the city of Port Harcourt has led to indiscriminate drilling of boreholes by the residents however, the direction of groundwater flow within the entire city has not been established. Hence, the research investigated the flow direction of groundwater in the study area in order to understand the best location for siting septic tanks and dumpsites with respect to the position of the existing or proposed borehole. This was achieved by determining the hydraulic heads (Hh) of twenty boreholes evenly distributed within the city by subtracting the static water level (SWL) from the corresponding earth surface elevation (E) with the use of a GPS and dipmeter. Results revealed that the hydraulic heads ranged from 0.14 – 23.16m while the surface elevation and static water level lies between 1.93 – 39.33m and 1.79 – 17.27m respectively. The contour map of the hydraulic heads indicated that the groundwater flows towards the southern and south-western directions hence, the residents were advised to take into cognizance when sitting dumpsites, landfills, and septic tanks with respect to proposed or existing boreholes.

Intersectionality, vulnerability and resilience: why it is important to review the diversifications within groups at risk to achieve a resilient community

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Musabber Ali Chisty ◽  
Syeda Erena Alam Dola ◽  
Nesar Ahmed Khan ◽  
Md Mostafizur Rahman
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Ground Level ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Disaster Resilience ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The People ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Relationship

PurposeThe objective of this study was to assess the relationship among intersectionality, vulnerability and resilience with evidence. The conceptual framework developed by the study believed that intersectionality and vulnerabilities intersect and reduce the level of disaster resilience.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative approach was followed with relevant support from both primary and secondary data to conduct the study. The study focused on flood as a specific natural hazard to assess the relationship among the indicators of the objective. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were performed in two different flood-prone areas of Bangladesh. FGDs included young men, young women, men and women with disabilities and older people. Also, secondary literature helped to support ground-level data.FindingsIn the face of a flood, results showed that people with intersectional characteristics become more vulnerable within the at-risk groups. There are differences in people's level of vulnerabilities among the people of vulnerable groups. The results support the discussion that intersectionality exaggerates vulnerabilities, thus reducing the level of disaster resilience. The study summarizes that intersectionality needs to be addressed while supporting groups at risk to achieve a resilient community.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is only based on qualitative and secondary data. For more generalized findings and implications, further research is needed. Also, this study will work as a guideline for future studies.Originality/valueThe study is one of the few works related to intersectionality. This study will open a new window to understand the importance of focusing on intersectional conditions while developing plans for disaster risk reduction (DRR).

scholarly journals Investigation of Ground Water Depletion Pattern across Chennai City

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2.25) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Soundarya M K ◽  
Thanga Gurusamy.B
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Ground Water ◽  
Water Level ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Monsoon Season ◽  
Ground Level ◽  
Ground Water Level ◽  
Water Depletion ◽  
Chennai City

An attempt has been made to investigate both seasonal and long term ground water depletion pattern across the aquifers lying below geographical boundary of Chennai city. The Depth below Ground Level (DBGL) is used as an analyzing parameter for this investigation. This analysis is based on the data that has been made available to the public by Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) and Water Resources Department, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Both graphical analysis and statistical based regression analysis has been carried out and the result has been presented in graphical and tabular form. Seasonal DBGL variation has been analyzed for the year 2016 after the popular Chennai 2015 December Flood event. It has been observed that the range of ground water level depletion is from 0.1 m per month at Broadway and up to 0.833 m per month at T.S.Campus locations during post monsoon season from January to May. Long term DBGL variation has been analyzed for duration of 22 years from 1996 to 2017. Statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) has been used to perform both linear and other regression analysis. Sustained decrease in ground water level has been observed at locations like Perambur Kodambakkam and Vallalar Nagar during the last two decades. 

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