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Kerala panchayat completes digital mapping of water sources
Kunnamangalam block in Kozhikode district has completed a comprehensive digital survey of its rivulets and water resources, marking what officials say is the first such systematic effort by a local government body in the region. The initiative combines scientific documentation with traditional community knowledge to support conservation efforts.
LSN India ·
The Kunnamangalam block panchayat in Kozhikode district has concluded a detailed digital mapping project documenting all rivulets, streams and other water sources within its jurisdiction. The exercise represents an organised attempt by the local administrative body to create a scientific baseline of water resources and assess their current conditions.
The mapping initiative incorporates traditional knowledge held by residents alongside modern surveying techniques, creating a comprehensive database of water bodies that flow through the region. This dual approach aims to strengthen conservation efforts by bridging local ecological understanding with technical documentation.
According to panchayat officials, this marks the first such coordinated effort by a local body in Kozhikode district to systematically catalogue and assess water resources at the block level. The digital records are expected to serve as a reference tool for future water management and environmental protection planning.
The project is positioned as a model for other local administrations seeking to improve resource management and conservation strategies in Kerala. Officials stated that having accurate scientific records of water bodies and their status would facilitate more informed decision-making on water-related development and sustainability issues.