A model for water sharing in the Ganges River Basin
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2011
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Kamruzzaman, M.
Beecham, S.
Zuppi, G.M.
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Water and Environment Journal, 2011; 26(3):308-318
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This study investigates water resources sharing and in particular the impact of the Farakka Barrage in the Ganges River Basin management which has led to conflict between the Ganges states since 1951. A deadlock prevailed between Bangladesh and India during the dry seasons. The 1996 water sharing treaty adopted and the results suggest that availability of flows is crucial during the period 1 March to 31 May. Moreover, the average flow availability at Farakka dam has been gradually declining during the period 1997 to 2007. For 2005 and 2006, it was found that the average flow availability declined by 12 and 25%, respectively. A Stackelberg leader–follower model is described for optimal water allocation in the Ganges River Basin between Bangladesh and India both with and without additional water transfers from Nepal. It is recommended that a market-based water transfer arrangement from Nepal is implemented for both Bangladesh and India.
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Copyright 2011 The Authors. Water and Environment Journal, CIWEM