Managing Groundwater Use and Sustaining Aquifer Recharge through Village-level Interventions (MARVI)
The MARVI project is focused on developing a village level participatory approach, models and tools to assist in improving groundwater supplies and reducing its demand through the direct involvement of farmers and other affected stakeholders. A unique feature of MARVI is the use of scientific measurements by citizens through the engagement of Bhujal Jankaars (BJs), […]
The Young Water Professionals Program (YWP)
The YWP program is a unique, transdisciplinary training initiative aimed at equipping young professionals with skills in leadership, critical and transdisciplinary thinking, and effective communication, along with technical, social, water policy and governance knowledge, to address India’s complex water challenges. The training focuses beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries, integrating insights from various fields to foster a […]
Dam Rehabilitation Improvement Project (DRIP II)
This collaborative project focused on knowledge exchange and capacity building to improve dam safety practices in India. The project aimed to achieve the following objectives: Enhance knowledge sharing between Indian and Australian dam safety professionals. Empower Indian dam professionals with a deeper understanding of Australian best practices. Foster collaboration between dam safety institutions in both […]
Training Program on Dam Safety and Risk Management in Australia
Drawing on the success of DRIP II, the “Training Program on Dam Safety and Risk Management in Australia” focused on equipping Indian dam safety professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in advanced safety practices, focusing on risk management, structural health monitoring, and emergency preparedness. The Program fostered collaboration between Indian and Australian experts, leveraging […]
Village Groundwater Cooperatives (VGCs)
Emerging from the MARVI initiative, Village Groundwater Cooperatives (VGCs) offer a promising institutional mechanism for community-led groundwater governance. These cooperatives bring together farmers and local stakeholders to share groundwater information, plan water-saving measures, and collectively recharge and manage their aquifer. The concept builds on the participatory ethos of MARVI and adapts Australia’s rich experience with […]
Research Activities
Securing Water for Agricultural and Food Sustainability: Developing Transdisciplinary Approach to Groundwater Management. https://sparc.iitkgp.ac.in/detailpage.php?id=1285 Recharge Process of Springs and Its Management to mitigate anthropogenic and climate change impact for water Security: A case study in part of Kumaun Lesser Himalaya, India. https://sparc.iitkgp.ac.in/detailpage.php?id=69 Coastal reservoirs as a sustainable strategy for Water Security. https://sparc.iitkgp.ac.in/detailpage.php?id=330 Integrated Urban Water […]
Australia India Technical Exchange Program In Water And Food Security’s Workshop Series
The Australia India Water Centre and the Australia India Institute have partnered to deliver these 4 workshops to exchange knowledge and experiences in water resources management between the two countries, and to provide opportunities for networking and collaboration between water researchers and professionals in the longer-term. 05 May 2022 – Workshop 1: Groundwater sustainability – Watch the […]
Master’s Program in Sustainable Water Futures
The Master’s program specialising in Sustainable Water Futures offers a comprehensive and transdisciplinary education that equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and expertise to address the complex challenges of water sustainability. With a focus on transdisciplinary approaches, policy, governance, agriculture, and catchment management, this program prepares graduates to become water conservation and management leaders. Through […]