Application of GIS in flood hazard mapping: a case study of Gangetic West Bengal, India (original) (raw)

This study explores the application of GIS technology in flood hazard mapping across three major river basins in Gangetic West Bengal, India. Emphasizing the challenges associated with data scarcity, the research utilizes a composite flood hazard index based on various socio-economic and geographical variables to identify flood-prone areas. By focusing on administrative units for regional and sub-regional analyses, the findings aim to assist planners in effective resource allocation and flood risk management.