New initiative taken up in Central Water Commission, DoWR, RD & GR, Ministry of Jal Shakti – Integrated Reservoir Operation System for Ganga Basin

The conventional methods of operation of reservoirs are based on empirical methods and often the managers of the reservoir system rely on their experience and judgement in taking correct operational decisions. These conventional methods are often not adequate for establishing prudent operation decisions, especially when integrated operation of multipurpose multi-reservoirs is contemplated. Now, with the application of system engineering techniques to solve water resource problems, it is possible to evaluate the consequences of an operating decision well in advance by simulation of the river system and reservoir operation on real time basis. The Integrated Reservoir Operation System (IRO) project aims for development of Integrated Operation Rule curves, Operational Manual and Standard Operation Procedure for integrated reservoir systems for flood moderation considering various flood hydrographs and conservational benefits in Ganga basin, using simulation approach. The objective of the consultancy is to equip CWC and stakeholders with a decision support platform with online interactive dynamic display.