Water Quality Status Based on Physicochemical Parameters of Some Rivers in West Bengal, India (original) (raw)

Various industries water seriously affect river water as it directly falls in the river. WHO indicates that the effects of pollution are an indicator of the quality of water. Water quality indicates that river water is deteriorated by many organic contaminants. Domestic wastes, irrigation are other causes of river pollution. West Bengal has many rivers. Bhagirathi Hooghly is a prime river. Some important rivers are Teesta, Damodar, Rupnarayan, Ajay, Mayurakshi. Periodic evaluation of water quality is necessary for improving water. To maintain water quality, monitoring programs must be essential. The Pollution status of water is mainly measured by WQI. This paper shows the water quality parameters of Rivers in West Bengal.