BWSSB and IISc collaboration: Launch IoT-based groundwater monitoring system

Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has unveiled a cutting-edge IoT-based groundwater monitoring system to combat water scarcity as summer approaches. Developed in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), the initiative aims to ensure sustainable water management across the city.

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The move follows last year’s acute water shortages caused by low rainfall, which left over 5,000 borewells non-operational. To address the crisis, BWSSB is implementing a ₹22-lakh system equipped with smart sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) technology to track groundwater levels, extraction rates, and water temperature in real-time.

The project, backed by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and Karnataka Ground Water Authority (KGWA), builds on the success of a pilot program conducted in Chinnappa Garden. The data-driven system will aid BWSSB in assessing groundwater conditions, predicting droughts, and crafting effective water conservation strategies.

IISc will oversee system installation and data analysis, providing insights to enhance water resource planning. The technology is expected to improve transparency in water usage and support efforts to stabilize groundwater levels.

BWSSB’s proactive approach aims to alleviate drinking water shortages, particularly in the city’s central and outer regions. By harnessing advanced technology, Bengaluru is taking a significant step toward sustainable water management and ensuring a more water-secure future.