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Abstract
This paper is a case of urban river Mutha for ecological management.Over the past few decades, condition of river Mutha has deteriorated considerably. The present situation shows less of fresh water flow and lot of sewage water addition,waste dumping and foul smelling water flow. The fresh water contribution by base flow to the main stream is very negligible. The only source of fresh water is sporadic water release from Khadakwasala dam. It is irregular and in small proportion to support ecosystem functioning of the river Mutha.There is a of public debate regarding improvement in the river's condition and to correct its root cause. The disruption in the river's ecosystem is basically by human interventions. The study appeals for interdisciplinary approach with a view of environmental governance and management to solve river related problems. The focus of this study is to assess environmental impact when the river related projects being planned by Municipal authorities. The study included survey of physical changes by human interventions, in the river Mutha channel ,banks and modification of habitats hampering aquatic as well as land biodiversity. The study indicated crucial biodiversity indicators for the health of the river ecosystem. By giving grades based on both the physical conditions and biodiversity of various stretches of the river plan to improve conditions is suggested.The study created guidelines for restoration and management of Mutha river ecosystem, which may be useful for rivers especially in the urban area. This paper is based on the research project .Ecological Guidelines and Recommendations for Mula-Mutha Riverfront Development. conducted by Ecological Society.
Highlights
The Mula and Mutha rivers originate in Western Ghats and flow through the Municipal boundaries of Pune city
Pune city is situated along the banks of River Mutha and Mula, which are integral of Punes culture
Functional river ecosystem is linked to its physical form and the character of water flow
Summary
The Mula and Mutha rivers originate in Western Ghats and flow through the Municipal boundaries of Pune city. Pune city is situated along the banks of River Mutha and Mula, which are integral of Punes culture. Till few decades ago river Mutha flowing through the old part of the city was clean, and a functioning ecosystem. The city used to derive benefits of this functional ecosystem. Functional river ecosystem is linked to its physical form and the character of water flow. Human impact on both physical and flow character has created some severe problems like Water flow in the channel mostly consists of sewage resulting in foul-smelling water body. At places there is a carpet of excessively growing, non-native water hyacinth, and creating problem of mosquitoes Human impact on both physical and flow character has created some severe problems like Water flow in the channel mostly consists of sewage resulting in foul-smelling water body. At places there is a carpet of excessively growing, non-native water hyacinth, and creating problem of mosquitoes
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