Urban Flood Vulnerability in Bhopal: Interplay of Rainfall Variability, Morphology, and Traditional Ecological Wisdom

Author(s)	Ms. Mahima Hanwat, Prof. Dr. Prabhakar Mishra
Country	India
Abstract	Urban flooding in Bhopal has shifted from a seasonal phenomenon to a recurring disaster due to climatic variability and rapid morphological changes. This study analyzes IMD rainfall data (2014–2024), identifying extreme peaks in 2019 (1926.9 mm) and 2022 (1940.9 mm) as primary triggers. Using the SCS Curve Number (CN) and Rational Method, we demonstrate how surface sealing in peri-urban corridors like Kolar Road, Shahpura, and Misrod has neutralized natural infiltration. The paper concludes that the current urban form acts as an impermeable catchment, necessitating a hybrid governance model. By reintegrating Bharatiya Gyan Parampara (Indian Knowledge Systems) with modern “Sponge City” concepts, the study provides a roadmap for restoring Bhopal’s historical hydro-ecological resilience.
Keywords	Urban Flooding; Bharatiya Gyan Parampara; Rainfall Variability; Urban Morphology; Hydro-ecology; SCS Curve Number; Climate Resilience; Bhopal ; Sponge City.
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, April 2026
Published On	2026-04-21

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