Analysis of Ground Water Quality Using Water Quality Index in Machilipatnam Region, Krishna District

This Case study focuses on the status, challenges and management of underground water in, a town in Andhra Pradesh. India. The Study examines ground water quality availability & utilization, identifying issues such as Over-extraction, Contamination, & impact of agricultural & industrial activities. Water Sample analysis is Conducted to evaluate parameters like PH, Turbidity, Acidity and Alkalinity of water, Chlorides, Sulphates. These parameters will be compared against permissible limits set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (IS 10500:2012) to calculate the WQI and assess water quality suitability for drinking purposes. The findings highlight the urgent need for effective water treatment Solutions to ensure safe & Sustainable water usage for drinking & irrigation purposes. Recommendations will address improving water quality and promoting efficient management practices in the region.