Methodology

Exploratory surveys involving field visits and literature review were carried out to find out the present status of wetlands and source of pollution at each location. Seven water bodies were selected based on the pollution load and on location of water bodies to assess the present status. Water quality of these selected water bodies was monitored for a period of twelve months on monthly basis. These waterbodies are characterised for the various physico-chemical and biological parameters following APHA (American Public Health Association) Standard Methods. To find out the socio-economic aspects of these waterbodies, stratified random sampling survey of households in the vicinity of these lakes were carried out in order to find out the dependency of the public on wetland's resources.  Based on the quality assessment and socio-economic aspects investigation suitable management strategies were suggested.