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Abstract
The increased urbanization and industrialization of Pune have put enormous pressure on its groundwater resources. The spatial and temporal changes in groundwater levels in four fast-developing areas Wagholi, Hadapsar, Baner, and Shivaji Nagar-are studied here by relating soil properties and climatic factors. The analysis based on a combination of field data, geotechnical soil testing, GIS mapping, and statistical modelling using Python software identifies black cotton soils with low permeability as the cause of low groundwater recharge. NASA POWER climatic data (1990-2020) and historical groundwater levels of the Central Ground Water Authority show a uniform trend of decreasing groundwater levels. The outcome highlights the necessity for sustainable city planning and measures like pervious paving and artificial recharge systems to prevent depletion.
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Copyright © 2025 Mayuri Madhukar Patil. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
