International Journal of Science and Technology (IJST)

Impact of Industrialization on River Water Quality in Jharkhand: Causes and Consequences

Jharkhand became the 28th state in India in year 2000. Because it possesses so many minerals, it has become an important industrial centre. However, the water quality in its rivers has gotten a lot worse because industry has grown so quickly. The essay looks at the different ways that industrial growth and river water pollution are linked in Jharkhand. It looks at the main causes, which include mining, making steel, generating thermal power, and poor waste management systems. The study combines what we now know about pollution sources, water quality indicators, and environmental effects, and it also points out problems with present efforts to reduce pollution. The results show that the quality of water in important rivers like the Damodar, Subarnarekha, and Kharkai has gotten much worse, which is bad for both ecosystems and people's health. The evaluation ends with suggestions for better rules and more environmentally friendly company practices to deal with this big problem for the environment.