artificial recharge

Artificial recharge is a process aimed at enhancing the amount of water that permeates into underground aquifers. This is typically done by directing excess surface water—like rainwater or runoff—into specially designed pits, basins, or wells. These methods help to replenish groundwater supplies, ensuring a sustainable water source for communities, agriculture, and ecosystems. As groundwater is tapped for drinking and irrigation, artificial recharge helps maintain balance and alleviates issues like water scarcity and land subsidence. It is an important strategy in water management, especially in areas facing drought or over-extraction of groundwater.