COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION OF WATER QUALITY IN ADALPURA AND CHUNAR RIVER: GANGA RIVER TRIBUTARIES

ABSTRACT This research presents an in-depth analysis of the water quality in the Ganga River atAdalpura and Chunar, two locations situated in the central Ganga plain close to Varanasi, India.The investigation centers on both physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of riverwater, collected during the pre-monsoon and post-monsoon seasons. This study identifiescontaminants, including heavy metals, organic matter, and microbial pollutants, and evaluatestheir potential sources. Results highlight significant contributions from industrial waste,agricultural runoff, and untreated sewage. The findings offer practical insights for improvingwater management and reducing pollution in the region.