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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Water quality status of Warwand reservoir of Daund Tahsil of Maharashtra
Authors
M S Shitole, V B Sakhare, A S Devkar
Abstract
The reservoirs are an invaluable freshwater
source for drinking water supply, irrigation, electricity generation and
aquatic animals. Currently, it has become vulnerable to degradation due to
human activities, natural calamities and climate change. The present study has
investigated the physicochemical properties of the Warwand reservoir located in
the Pune district of Maharashtra. The water samples were collected from three
selected sites between period February 2022 and January 2023 followed by
physicochemical analysis for selected parameters including pH, temperature,
electrical conductivity, dissolved oxygen, phosphate and nitrate
concentrations. The analysis revealed high seasonal variations with higher
temperature, electrical conductivity and phosphate levels in the summer season
may be attributed to high mineralization. The monsoon season reported the
dilution effect while the winter season showed a higher dissolved oxygen level.
This study highlighted the significant influence of seasonal dynamics on water
quality and provided a baseline for planning of management and conservation
strategies.
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Pages:80-82
How to cite this article:
M S Shitole, V B Sakhare, A S Devkar "Water quality status of Warwand reservoir of Daund Tahsil of Maharashtra". International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 80-82
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