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This research article reflects the use of an integrated approach of geospatial and social sciences for the planning and management of micro watersheds in Dharampur Block, Himachal Pradesh. The micro-watershed area had many problems related to soil erosion, scarcity of water sources during the summer season, and unsustainable livelihood options. These problems were identified through the field survey and presented through the geospatial sciences. In the initial stage of watershed development, the plan was implemented to solve the problems of soil erosion, water scarcity through check dams and spring shed management, and the revival of natural water sources. The sustainable livelihood problem tries to be solved by uplifting agriculture and horticulture and linking people with microenterprises such as beekeeping, poultry, and dairy. The weaker sections and communities of the micro watershed were the targeted groups under the section of water social and economic development. The project implementation period starts in 2022 and ends in 2027, and its results shall be evaluated after the completion of this project.
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The author is thankful to the local people and all other stakeholders of the Dharampur micro watershed and also to the director of the Aryabhatta Geo-informatics and Space Application Centre (AGiSAC).
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Jamwal, A.K., Thakur, P.K. (2024). The Study of Micro Watersheds for Their Planning, Management, and Implementation Through the Integrated Approaches of Geospatial and Social Sciences: A Case Study from Dharampur Block, Himachal Pradesh, Western Himalayas. In: Satheeshkumar, S., Thirukumaran, V., Karunanidhi, D. (eds) Modern River Science for Watershed Management. Water Science and Technology Library, vol 128. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-54704-1_12
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