Water security for urban resilience (India)

Gujarat, constituting only 2.28% of India’s water assets and 6.39% of land, faces challenges in water distribution. The state experiences frequent droughts, with significant variability in precipitation. Domestic water security, crucial for health and well-being, involves water quality, quantity, source reliability, and affordability. The study aims to comprehend the water supply scenario in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 and 6. Amid worsening water scarcity, the assessment framework focuses on four dimensions: drinking water quantity, quality, accessibility, and socio-economic factors. A survey of 125 households in Ahmedabad, including slum and non-slum areas, reveals disparities. The analysis underscores issues such as inadequate individual latrines in slums, insufficient 24/7 water supply, and incomplete coverage, prompting recommendations for policy interventions based on literature and case studies at the state, national, and international levels