Groundwater is a treasured underground resource, which plays a central role in sustainable water management. However, it being hidden and dynamic in nature, its sustainable development and management calls for precise quantification of this precious resource at an appropriate scale. Chance of getting good groundwater at shallow depths for irrigation is always considered as a blessing for the farmers. | Delineation of groundwater potential zones in the middle catchment of Mahanadi river basin using remote sensing and GIS