Water Stress Vulnerability
Assessment of Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh, India, using AHP and MCDM
Methods
Kasiviswanadham P., Sanjeet Kumar and Sridevi T.
Disaster Advances; Vol. 18(9); 89-101;
doi: https://doi.org/10.25303/189da0890101; (2025)
Abstract
This study seeks to identify water-stressed regions within the study area by evaluating
factors including geomorphology, surface runoff, groundwater fluctuations, population
density, LuLc, impervious surface, and environmental impacts. Employing the Analytic
Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) techniques, the
research aims to develop a comprehensive assessment method that categorizes water
vulnerabilities based on geographic and anthropogenic activities.
Utilizing these tools, specific areas for water stress alleviation will be identified,
facilitating targeted interventions to enhance water sustainability in urban settings.
This study contributes to knowledge in urban water management and offers valuable
guidance for policymakers, urban planners, and stakeholders in devising effective
strategies to address water stress challenges in densely populated Visakhapatnam
City of Andhra Pradesh.
