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@article{183610,
        author = {domendra kumar deshmukh},
        title = {Environmental Degradation of River Tandula Physico Chemical Analysis and Water Quality Index of River Water and Measures to its Restoration},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {3},
        pages = {2231-2237},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=183610},
        abstract = {The ongoing challenges of water scarcity and river pollution are becoming increasingly critical in India. The Tandula River, an essential water source in Chhattisgarh, is crucial for the Durg and Balod districts. This study investigates the changes in the physicochemical properties and evaluates the water quality index of the Tandula River, which is impacted by urbanization and industrial activities such as rice and sugar mills, sponge iron production, cement manufacturing, brick production, and various human activities, alongside deforestation. Nine samples were collected from the Tandula River for comprehensive analysis. The physicochemical characteristics and water quality index were assessed and compared to the water quality standards for inland surface waters set by the Central Pollution Control Board in 1979. The Water Quality Index (WQI) was determined using the drinking water quality standards recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), and the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR). The assessment utilized the weighted arithmetic index method to evaluate the river's water quality. The results indicated that the water quality index varied from good to very poor, with values ranging from 47.89 to 85.62. The mean water quality index was approximately 64.91, reflecting poor water quality. These fluctuations are primarily due to pollution and the river's inherent self-purification capabilities. However, with the expected rise in industrial activities and anthropogenic pressures, along with surface and hydraulic loading, the water quality is likely to deteriorate further. Therefore, the assessment concludes that the water quality index is poor, indicating that the examined water sources are not suitable for human consumption without prior treatment. The analytical results highlight the urgent need for ongoing monitoring of water sources and further scientific research based on these findings.},
        keywords = {},
        month = {August},
        }