The Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) is an organization under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. It is responsible for regulating and managing the extraction of groundwater across the country. CGWA plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainable groundwater use and preventing over-extraction, which can lead to environmental degradation.
Key functions of CGWA include:
- Issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for groundwater extraction.
- Monitoring groundwater levels and quality.
- Promoting water conservation and recharge measures.
- Enforcing regulations under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.