S.K. Sinha
Abstract
The water samples from Patna, Bihar, India were tested to assess the quality of ground water used for drinking purpose during the period of investigation. The Physico-Chemical and Bacteriological parameters were studied. The results obtained were compared with WHO/ ICMR standard. The study are as have high electrical conductivity and hardness at some places. Coliform count is very high at most sampling sites. These water causes different types of water borne diseases.