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Certainly, life cannot be imagined without water . Year after year, the water crisis is increasing continuously in the country and the world. Inaugurating the 7th edition of India Water Week in November 2022, President Draupadi Murmu said that while India's population is expected to grow at a rapid pace in the coming decades , At the same time, in view of the water shortage , there will be a need for water management and water science system. During India Water Week, more than two thousand participants from all over the world have presented their research papers on topics like water conservation , depleting water in rivers, etc. and have found ways to protect every drop of water . In such a situation, an attractive career can be made by joining water management and water science .
Water crisis increases the importance of water management and hydrology
Water conservation has become more important today than ever due to global warming and climate change. According to the United Nations World Water Development Report 2022 , there is growing concern about water scarcity around the world with the rapid withdrawal of fresh water from streams , lakes and man-made reservoirs. United Nations organisation According to estimates, by 2025 , approximately 4 Billions of people will suffer from the problem of water shortage. That is why water conservation is being seen as the biggest need of the present time. Our country has about 17 percent of the world's population , but India has only 4 percent of the world's fresh water resources . According to Niti Aayog By the year 2030 , the demand for water in the country will be double the available supply. In such a situation, India will have to manage its water better.
Various dimensions of career in water management and hydrology
Certainly, there are multifaceted career opportunities in water management and hydrology. Maximum and quality use of water resources under government policies and rules for water harvesting and conservation, making the water of factories and polluted rivers potable under water management , finding and managing water in drought-prone and sandy areas , creation of resources for water collection or rainwater harvesting are the various growing works related to water under water management and hydrology. Various career opportunities have been created. In such a situation, an attractive career can be made by becoming a water scientist , environmental engineer, hydro geologist , consultant , water manager . Many startups working on environment and water issues are also providing opportunities in areas like water testing , water metering etc. Like the energy sector, water conservation and water management are also considered green jobs. People skilled in water management easily get career opportunities like water resources boards , environment protection companies , water harvesting boards and agriculture consultancy . The real estate sector also hires professionals with water management background to plan water management or for recycling and reuse of water in housing complexes . Apart from this, we are taking the services of There are also good opportunities for teaching in colleges and universities .
Essential Skills for a Career in Water Management and Hydrology
While communication skills play an important role in the field of water management , technical skills play an important role in the field of hydrology. Basic interest in science is essential for this career. Patience , perseverance , detail -oriented and team spirit are beneficial . If you want to do something different and your If society is deeply connected to nature , then water management and hydrology can be a great career for you .
Educational Qualification for Career
Passed 12th Exam with Physics , Chemistry & Maths After this, you can make a good career in the field of water management and hydrology . Water management and Both undergraduate and postgraduate courses are available in hydrology . After B.Sc one can take admission in courses related to water resources. as well as Masters in water management can be done after doing BE or BTech. Many educational institutes conduct entrance exams for this. The importance of courses like MSc in Water Management , BE in Irrigation and Water Management , BTech in Water Engineering and Management , PG Diploma in Water Resource Management , Advanced Diploma in Water Quality Management etc. has increased . Green Skill Development Program (Certificate Course) is conducted by the Ministry of Environment. After two years M.Tech degree, a good career can be made as a water scientist in institutions like Indian Council of Agricultural Research , Central Water Department , Irrigation Department , Meteorological Department , Environment Department , Central Institute of Press Water etc. 10th pass students can also do a 6 month course called Water Harvesting and Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University, Delhi.
Move forward towards a career in Water Management and Hydrology
If you also have interest, ability and capabilities for a multifaceted and attractive career in water management and hydrology, then you can grab the career prospects in this field by going ahead for the appropriate degree and training from a suitable quality educational institution as per your suitability.
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