Amity University Haryana is situated in a semi-arid area with no transient water sources, so rainwater is the only source of water that is available here for groundwater recharge, which is the university's primary source of water. Since the inception of AUH, rainwater harvesting facilities, which are comprises of a complex network of rainwater harvesting wells dispersed throughout the campus, have been an essential part of its development plan. The watershed contour of this area is used to determine the size and location of the water harvesting infrastructure, ensuring maximum rainwater harvest.

• Number of Wells/Pits: 43
• No of Bores: 112 (2 to 3 Bores per well)

The effectiveness of rainwater harvesting wells for groundwater recharge is ascertained by routine cleaning. Effective water harvesting is accomplished by proper operation and maintenance.

Maintenance of water harvesting structures before rainy season

Standard Operating Procedure for Maintenance of Harvesting Pits

• Prior to the monsoon, all rainwater harvesting pits must be cleaned annually.
• Silt, plastics, and other unwanted debris are removed from the rainwater harvesting pits during the annual cleaning process.
• Each rain harvesting pit has grits and sand removed for washing, drying, and refilling.
• Depending on the situation, a mechanical compressor will clean bores or replace any material.
• To ensure the free flow of water from building roofs, all water outlets are cleaned once in a month.
• A logbook is used to keep track of cleaning records, including dates and locations.
• Washing the roof with water is done when dust or dirt accumulates and directs runoff away from the tank inlet, especially after a protracted period of dry weather or strong winds.
• Trimming of the trees around roof.