Impact of Chemical Industries on Agricultural Sector: Nandesari Area of Vadodara
- Vol. 14(04), October-December
- New Delhi Institute of Town Planners 2017
- 48-66
In Nandesari, industries are polluting ground water and air quality of surrounding area which is adversely affecting the agriculture crop pattern and production. According to one estimate the decline is to the tune of 30 - 80% for different crops. Therefore, it is necessary to control and minimize the effects of pollution of chemical industries on environment so that it can create a healthier environment as well as healthier life for people around chemical industries. This study focuses on the current status and assess the impact on the agricultural crops and their yields in the surrounding areas. The outcome of the studies corroborated with the initial assumption that indeed the degradation in agricultural production was due to industrialization. While industrialization is an essential element of the country’s economy and development, certain measures like close monitoring of regulatory controls need strengthening, additional planning measures.