The present communication deals with the impact of rapid urbanization of Lucknow City on Gomati River. The lower values of water quality index (WQI < 50) at upstream of the city confirm the presence of good quality water. When it leaves the city downstream the value of WQI raises to >75, indicating that the water quality has deteriorated considerably and has become unfit for human consumption. The groundwater is also polluted due to urbanization and requires immediate attention for improving the water quality of Gomati river.
Keywords
Gomati River, Groundwater, Lucknow, Surface Water, Water Quality Index.
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