Assessment of Water Quality in Hyderabad, India

Water quality was assessed in twin cities of Hyderabad. A multi stage random sampling procedure was followed. Water supply to hostels, college canteens, and food sale counters and hospitals from various zones of the twin cities were collected. Standard procedures were followed for collection and analysis. Eight important parameters viz., pH, alkalinity, total hardness of water, concentration of calcium and magnesium hardness, chlorine, sodium, and fluoride were analyzed. The results showed differing values within the standard desirable limits as per Bureau of Indian Standards publication indicating that the water is fit for drinking.