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| /** | |
| * Mock FAQ data for WRD demo | |
| */ | |
| export interface FAQItem { | |
| id: string; | |
| question: string; | |
| answer: string; | |
| category: 'Flood Management' | 'Dam Operations' | 'Irrigation & Water Rights' | 'Compensation & Relief' | 'GRs & Acts'; | |
| relatedGRs?: string[]; | |
| keywords: string[]; | |
| } | |
| export const faqCategories = [ | |
| { id: 'flood', name: 'Flood Management', icon: 'Waves' }, | |
| { id: 'dam', name: 'Dam Operations', icon: 'Database' }, | |
| { id: 'irrigation', name: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', icon: 'Droplets' }, | |
| { id: 'compensation', name: 'Compensation & Relief', icon: 'IndianRupee' }, | |
| { id: 'grs', name: 'GRs & Acts', icon: 'FileText' }, | |
| ] as const; | |
| export const faqData: FAQItem[] = [ | |
| // Flood Management | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-flood-1', | |
| question: 'What should I do when a flood warning is issued for my area?', | |
| answer: 'When a flood warning is issued:\n\n1. **Immediate Actions:** Move to higher ground immediately if told to evacuate. Do not wait for instructions.\n\n2. **Essential Items:** Carry important documents (ID proof, property papers), medicines, and emergency supplies.\n\n3. **Avoid:** Do not walk through moving water (6 inches can make you fall). Do not drive through flooded roads.\n\n4. **Stay Informed:** Listen to local radio/TV for updates. Follow WRD official alerts.\n\n5. **After Flood:** Do not return home until authorities declare it safe. Watch for contaminated water and electrical hazards.\n\nRefer to GR-2023-WRD-156 for complete evacuation protocols.', | |
| category: 'Flood Management', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-156', 'GR-2024-WRD-056'], | |
| keywords: ['flood warning', 'evacuation', 'safety', 'emergency'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-flood-2', | |
| question: 'How are flood warning levels classified?', | |
| answer: 'Flood warning levels in Maharashtra are classified as:\n\n**Level 1 - Normal:** River flowing within normal limits. No action required.\n\n**Level 2 - Alert:** River rising but below danger level. Stay informed, prepare for evacuation.\n\n**Level 3 - Warning:** River at danger level. Evacuation may be ordered. Move valuables to higher floors.\n\n**Level 4 - Critical:** River above danger level. Mandatory evacuation. Emergency response activated.\n\nThese levels are monitored by WRD control rooms and communicated via SMS alerts, sirens, and local officials.', | |
| category: 'Flood Management', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-156'], | |
| keywords: ['warning levels', 'classification', 'danger level', 'alert'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-flood-3', | |
| question: 'Who issues flood evacuation orders?', | |
| answer: 'Flood evacuation orders are issued by:\n\n1. **District Collector:** Primary authority for evacuation orders in the district.\n\n2. **Tahsildar:** Issues orders at taluka level on Collector\'s direction.\n\n3. **WRD Chief Engineer:** Can recommend evacuation when dam discharge exceeds safe levels.\n\n4. **State Disaster Management Authority:** Issues orders for large-scale emergencies.\n\nThe order is communicated through:\n- SMS alerts to registered mobile numbers\n- Sirens and public announcements\n- Local police and revenue officials\n- Radio and TV broadcasts', | |
| category: 'Flood Management', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-156'], | |
| keywords: ['evacuation order', 'collector', 'authority', 'disaster management'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-flood-4', | |
| question: 'What is the early warning system for floods in Konkan region?', | |
| answer: 'The Konkan Flood Early Warning System includes:\n\n**Monitoring Network:**\n- 45 automated rainfall monitoring stations\n- 28 river level sensors\n- 12 tidal gauges along the coast\n\n**Alert Mechanism:**\n- SMS alerts sent 6-12 hours in advance\n- Color-coded warnings (Yellow/Orange/Red)\n- Community radio announcements\n\n**Communication:**\n- Village-level volunteers with megaphones\n- Temple/mosque loudspeakers\n- WhatsApp groups managed by Gram Panchayat\n\nThis system was implemented under GR-2024-WRD-056 and covers all 7 coastal districts.', | |
| category: 'Flood Management', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-056'], | |
| keywords: ['early warning', 'Konkan', 'SMS', 'monitoring', 'alert'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-flood-5', | |
| question: 'How can I check current flood status in my district?', | |
| answer: 'You can check flood status through:\n\n**Online:**\n- JalDrishti Dashboard (this portal) - Real-time dam levels and flood zones\n- wrd.maharashtra.gov.in - Official WRD portal\n- IMD website - Rainfall predictions\n\n**Mobile:**\n- Download "MahaFlood" app (Android/iOS)\n- SMS "FLOOD <District>" to 9223456789\n\n**Offline:**\n- Call District Control Room (available 24x7)\n- Contact local Tahsildar office\n- Listen to All India Radio regional broadcasts\n\nThe GIS Map on this portal shows live flood zones and affected areas.', | |
| category: 'Flood Management', | |
| keywords: ['flood status', 'check', 'online', 'mobile app', 'SMS'] | |
| }, | |
| // Dam Operations | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-dam-1', | |
| question: 'What happens when a dam reaches 90% capacity?', | |
| answer: 'When a dam reaches 90% capacity:\n\n**Immediate Actions:**\n1. Control room staff increased to 24x7 monitoring\n2. Downstream districts notified (minimum 2 hours advance)\n3. Gate operation team placed on standby\n\n**Gate Operations:**\n- Gradual release begins at 10% gate opening\n- Incremental increase every 15 minutes\n- Maximum safe discharge calculated based on downstream capacity\n\n**Public Communication:**\n- Media briefing by Chief Engineer\n- SMS alerts to downstream villages\n- Siren activation in danger zones\n\n**Emergency Protocol:** If level exceeds 95%, Chief Engineer can authorize immediate release without waiting for full notification period.\n\nSee GR-2024-WRD-056 and GR-2023-WRD-124 for complete protocols.', | |
| category: 'Dam Operations', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-056', 'GR-2023-WRD-124'], | |
| keywords: ['dam capacity', '90%', 'gate operation', 'discharge', 'emergency'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-dam-2', | |
| question: 'How often are dams inspected?', | |
| answer: 'Dam inspection frequency as per GR-2022-WRD-112:\n\n**Daily Inspection (Monsoon Season - June to October):**\n- Visual inspection of dam structure\n- Water level and inflow measurement\n- Seepage monitoring\n- Gate mechanism check\n\n**Weekly Inspection (Non-Monsoon):**\n- Structural assessment\n- Instrumentation reading\n- Downstream condition check\n\n**Annual Comprehensive Inspection (Before Monsoon - May):**\n- Full structural integrity assessment\n- Seismic risk evaluation\n- Emergency action plan review\n- Gate testing under load\n\n**Special Inspections:**\n- After any seismic event >4.0 magnitude\n- After extreme flood event\n- When ordered by Dam Safety Review Committee\n\nAll inspections must be logged in the DAMS (Dam Asset Management System) within 24 hours.', | |
| category: 'Dam Operations', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2022-WRD-112'], | |
| keywords: ['inspection', 'frequency', 'monsoon', 'annual', 'seismic'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-dam-3', | |
| question: 'What is the procedure for dam gate opening?', | |
| answer: 'Dam gate opening procedure as per GR-2023-WRD-124:\n\n**Pre-Opening Checklist:**\n✓ Seismic sensors calibrated\n✓ Downstream flow sensors active\n✓ Alert systems tested\n✓ Control room staffed (minimum 2 engineers)\n✓ Emergency backup power available\n\n**Notification Timeline:**\n- T-2 hours: Alert downstream district collectors\n- T-1 hour: Public announcement via media\n- T-30 min: Siren activation\n\n**Opening Sequence:**\n1. Start with 10% gate opening\n2. Wait 15 minutes, observe downstream flow\n3. Increase by 10% increments\n4. Maximum 50% opening per hour\n\n**Emergency Override:**\nChief Engineer can authorize immediate release if dam level exceeds 95% or structural risk detected.\n\n**Documentation:** All operations logged in DAMS within 1 hour of completion.', | |
| category: 'Dam Operations', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-124'], | |
| keywords: ['gate opening', 'procedure', 'notification', 'SOP', 'discharge'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-dam-4', | |
| question: 'Which dams in Maharashtra are classified as critical?', | |
| answer: 'Currently, dams are classified as critical based on:\n\n**Critical Status Criteria:**\n- Storage level >90% AND\n- High inflow rate (>10,000 cusecs) OR\n- Downstream areas at flood risk\n\n**Currently Critical Dams (as of latest update):**\n1. **Koyna Dam, Satara** - 92.4% capacity, 45,000 cusecs inflow\n2. **Radhanagari Dam, Kolhapur** - 95% capacity, 25,000 cusecs inflow\n\n**Warning Status Dams:**\n1. Ujani Dam, Solapur - 85%\n2. Ghatghar Dam, Thane - 88%\n\n**Historically Critical Dams:**\n- Jayakwadi (Aurangabad) - Flood 2019\n- Tillari (Sindhudurg) - Flood 2021\n\nStatus changes are updated every 3 hours during monsoon. Check the GIS Map for real-time status.', | |
| category: 'Dam Operations', | |
| keywords: ['critical dams', 'Koyna', 'Radhanagari', 'status', 'monitoring'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-dam-5', | |
| question: 'What safety measures are in place for dam failure prevention?', | |
| answer: 'Dam safety measures include:\n\n**Structural Monitoring:**\n- Instrumentation: Piezometers, inclinometers, settlement gauges\n- Seismic sensors: Real-time earthquake detection\n- Drone surveys: Annual structural imaging\n\n**Operational Safety:**\n- Rule curve compliance: Mandatory storage limits by date\n- Regular gate testing: Monthly during non-monsoon\n- Emergency action plans: Updated annually\n\n**Regulatory Framework:**\n- Dam Safety Bill 2019 compliance\n- Annual safety audit (GR-2022-WRD-067)\n- Dam Safety Review Committee inspections\n\n**Emergency Preparedness:**\n- Downstream evacuation plans\n- Early warning systems\n- Mock drills every 2 years\n\n**Insurance:** All major dams covered under Dam Safety Insurance Scheme.', | |
| category: 'Dam Operations', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2022-WRD-067', 'GR-2022-WRD-112'], | |
| keywords: ['safety', 'failure', 'prevention', 'monitoring', 'insurance'] | |
| }, | |
| // Irrigation & Water Rights | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-irrigation-1', | |
| question: 'What is the water distribution priority in Maharashtra?', | |
| answer: 'Water distribution priority as per Maharashtra Irrigation Act and GR-2024-WRD-042:\n\n**Priority Order:**\n1. **Drinking Water** - Highest priority for municipal supply\n2. **Agriculture/Irrigation** - Second priority for crop cultivation\n3. **Industrial Use** - Third priority for factories and processing\n4. **Recreation/Other** - Lowest priority\n\n**During Scarcity (Drought):**\n- Industrial supply reduced by 50%\n- Irrigation limited to protective irrigation (life-saving water)\n- Drinking water supply maintained at all costs\n\n**Real-time Adjustments:**\n- WRD can modify allocations based on storage levels\n- Water User Associations informed 48 hours in advance\n- Grievance redressal through digital portal\n\nViolations: Unauthorized diversion punishable with up to 3 years imprisonment.', | |
| category: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-042'], | |
| keywords: ['priority', 'drinking water', 'agriculture', 'industrial', 'scarcity'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-irrigation-2', | |
| question: 'How do I form a Water User Association (WUA)?', | |
| answer: 'Water User Association formation process as per GR-2023-WRD-078:\n\n**Eligibility:**\n- Minimum 50 farmer members\n- Command area of 100-500 hectares\n- All members must be landowners/tenants in the area\n\n**Formation Steps:**\n1. **Application:** Submit to Executive Engineer, Irrigation Division\n2. **Verification:** Revenue records checked (30 days)\n3. **Registration:** Society registration under Maharashtra Societies Act\n4. **Election:** Managing committee elected (7 members)\n5. **Recognition:** WRD issues recognition certificate\n\n**WUA Responsibilities:**\n- Water distribution within command area\n- Minor canal maintenance\n- Collection of water cess (5%)\n- Dispute resolution among members\n\n**Benefits:**\n- Direct water allocation from WRD\n- 10% discount on water cess\n- Priority in water allocation during scarcity\n\nApplication form available at wrd.maharashtra.gov.in/wua', | |
| category: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-078'], | |
| keywords: ['WUA', 'water user association', 'formation', 'farmer', 'registration'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-irrigation-3', | |
| question: 'What are the rights of a Tahsildar regarding water disputes?', | |
| answer: 'Tahsildar\'s water-related powers as per GR-2023-WRD-089:\n\n**Dispute Resolution:**\n- Resolve disputes between farmers for canal water\n- Mediate conflicts between WUAs\n- Order temporary water allocation during scarcity\n\n**Administrative Powers:**\n- Issue NOC for borewell/tubewell\n- Grant temporary water rights (up to 30 days)\n- Impose penalties for unauthorized water use (up to ₹10,000)\n\n**Emergency Powers:**\n- Order water tanker supply during drought\n- Requisition private wells for drinking water\n- Coordinate with WRD for emergency releases\n\n**Limitations:**\n- Cannot modify permanent water rights\n- Cannot override WRD allocation decisions\n- Appeals lie with Sub-Divisional Officer\n\nFor grievances, use: wrd.maharashtra.gov.in/grievance', | |
| category: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-089'], | |
| keywords: ['tahsildar', 'powers', 'dispute', 'water rights', 'grievance'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-irrigation-4', | |
| question: 'How is water cess calculated and collected?', | |
| answer: 'Water cess calculation and collection:\n\n**Cess Rates (per hectare per season):**\n- Kharif (Monsoon crop): ₹150\n- Rabi (Winter crop): ₹250\n- Perennial (Sugarcane, banana): ₹600\n\n**Collection Process:**\n1. Assessment by Irrigation Department based on cropped area\n2. Bill issued to farmer/WUA\n3. Payment at Talathi office or online via wrd.maharashtra.gov.in\n4. Receipt mandatory for next season\'s water supply\n\n**Concessions:**\n- 10% discount for WUA members\n- 50% concession for SC/ST farmers\n- Full waiver for crop failure due to natural calamity\n\n**Usage of Cess:**\n- 5% retained for local maintenance fund\n- 95% deposited to WRD consolidated fund\n\nDefaulters: Water supply disconnected; penalty of 25% on arrears.', | |
| category: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', | |
| keywords: ['water cess', 'calculation', 'collection', 'rates', 'payment'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-irrigation-5', | |
| question: 'Can I use groundwater for irrigation without permission?', | |
| answer: 'Groundwater extraction rules as per GR-2023-WRD-045:\n\n**Registration Required:**\n- All tubewells/borewells >60m depth\n- Extraction >100 cubic meters/day\n- Commercial/industrial use\n\n**NOC Requirements:**\n- NOC from Tahsildar for wells >60m\n- NOC from Groundwater Authority for >200m\n- Environmental clearance for >500m\n\n**Exemptions (No Permission Needed):**\n- Hand pumps (any depth)\n- Wells <60m for personal use\n- Extraction <50 cubic meters/day for domestic use\n\n**Penalties:**\n- Unauthorized extraction: ₹10,000 fine + well sealing\n- Over-extraction: ₹5,000 per 100 cubic meters\n- Repeated violation: Criminal prosecution\n\n**Apply Online:** groundwater.maharashtra.gov.in\n\nNote: Over-exploited blocks (marked red) have stricter controls.', | |
| category: 'Irrigation & Water Rights', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2023-WRD-045'], | |
| keywords: ['groundwater', 'permission', 'NOC', 'irrigation', 'penalty'] | |
| }, | |
| // Compensation & Relief | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-compensation-1', | |
| question: 'What compensation is available for flood damage?', | |
| answer: 'Flood relief compensation under GR-2024-WRD-089:\n\n**Crop Loss:**\n- ₹5,000 per acre (maximum 10 acres)\n- Covers all crops including horticulture\n- Assessment by joint team (Revenue + Agriculture)\n\n**House Damage:**\n- Fully damaged: ₹95,000\n- Partially damaged: ₹50,000\n- Hut/temporary structure: ₹25,000\n\n**Livestock Loss:**\n- Large animals (cow, buffalo): ₹30,000\n- Small animals (goat, sheep): ₹4,000\n- Maximum 5 animals per household\n\n**Eligibility:**\n- Residence in notified flood-affected area\n- Damage during notified period (July 1 - October 31, 2024)\n- Registered with local Tahsildar\n\n**Application Process:**\n1. Submit Form WRD-FLOOD-01 to Tahsildar\n2. Attach damage assessment report\n3. Processing time: 30 days\n4. Payment via direct bank transfer', | |
| category: 'Compensation & Relief', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-089'], | |
| keywords: ['compensation', 'flood', 'crop loss', 'house damage', 'livestock'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-compensation-2', | |
| question: 'How do I apply for flood compensation?', | |
| answer: 'Flood compensation application process:\n\n**Step 1: Report Damage (Within 7 Days)**\n- Inform Gram Panchayat/Talathi\n- Get damage report number\n\n**Step 2: Document Damage**\n- Take photos/videos of damage\n- Preserve damaged items for inspection\n- Get witness statements\n\n**Step 3: Submit Application**\n- Form: WRD-FLOOD-01 (available at Tahsil office)\n- Documents: Aadhaar, bank passbook, land records, damage photos\n- Submit to: Tahsildar office\n\n**Step 4: Inspection**\n- Joint team visits within 15 days\n- Assessment report prepared\n- You get inspection copy\n\n**Step 5: Approval & Payment**\n- Tahsildar approves within 7 days\n- Payment within 30 days\n- Direct bank transfer\n\n**Track Application:**\n- SMS "FLOOD <Application ID>" to 9223456789\n- Online: wrd.maharashtra.gov.in/relief\n\n**Appeal:** If rejected, appeal to SDO within 30 days.', | |
| category: 'Compensation & Relief', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-089'], | |
| keywords: ['apply', 'compensation', 'process', 'documents', 'tracking'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-compensation-3', | |
| question: 'What drought relief is available for farmers?', | |
| answer: 'Drought relief package (GR-2024-WRD-078 for Vidarbha, similar for other regions):\n\n**Drinking Water Supply:**\n- Free tanker water supply\n- Borewell drilling at government cost\n- Pipeline extension to uncovered villages\n\n**Agricultural Support:**\n- Crop loss compensation: ₹6,800/ha (same as flood)\n- Input subsidy: ₹2,000/ha for re-sowing\n- Seed distribution: Free drought-resistant seeds\n\n**Employment:**\n- MGNREGA works extended (150 days instead of 100)\n- Priority for water conservation works\n- Fodder camp employment\n\n**Livestock Support:**\n- Fodder camps (free fodder + water)\n- Cattle camps with veterinary care\n- Subsidized cattle feed\n\n**Financial:**\n- Crop loan waiver for affected farmers\n- Fresh crop loans at 0% interest\n- Electricity bill waiver for agricultural pumps\n\n**Application:** Through Gram Panchayat to District Collector.', | |
| category: 'Compensation & Relief', | |
| relatedGRs: ['GR-2024-WRD-078'], | |
| keywords: ['drought', 'relief', 'farmer', 'employment', 'MGNREGA'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-compensation-4', | |
| question: 'How long does it take to receive compensation?', | |
| answer: 'Compensation processing timelines:\n\n**Standard Timeline (30 Days):**\n- Application submission to payment: 30 days\n- Breakdown:\n - Inspection: 15 days\n - Approval: 7 days\n - Payment processing: 8 days\n\n**Fast-Track Cases (15 Days):**\n- Death compensation\n- Complete house collapse\n- Large-scale crop failure (>50% village)\n\n**Delayed Cases:**\n- Disputed land ownership: Additional 30 days\n- Multiple claimants: Additional 15 days\n- Bank account issues: Resolved within 7 days\n\n**Tracking:**\n- SMS updates at each stage\n- Online portal shows current status\n- Helpline: 1800-XXX-XXXX\n\n**Complaints:**\n- Delay beyond 30 days: Complain to SDO\n- No response in 7 days: Escalate to Collector\n- Grievance portal: wrd.maharashtra.gov.in/grievance\n\n**Interest:** If delayed beyond 45 days, 6% interest payable.', | |
| category: 'Compensation & Relief', | |
| keywords: ['timeline', 'processing', 'days', 'tracking', 'delay'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-compensation-5', | |
| question: 'What documents are needed for compensation claim?', | |
| answer: 'Required documents for compensation claim:\n\n**Identity & Address:**\n- Aadhaar card (mandatory)\n- Ration card\n- Voter ID (if Aadhaar not available)\n\n**Land Documents:**\n- 7/12 extract (Satbara)\n- 8A extract\n- Land ownership proof\n\n**Bank Details:**\n- Bank passbook copy (first page)\n- Account must be Aadhaar-linked\n- Cancelled cheque (optional)\n\n**Damage Evidence:**\n- Photos of damage (minimum 5)\n- Video if available\n- Witness statements (2 witnesses)\n\n**Additional for Specific Claims:**\n- Crop loss: Girdawari report\n- House damage: Structural assessment report\n- Livestock: Veterinary certificate, ear tag number\n\n**Self-Declaration:**\n- Affidavit stating damage details\n- Declaration of no previous claim\n- Signature verification\n\n**Submission:**\n- Originals for verification\n- Self-attested copies retained\n- Online upload option available', | |
| category: 'Compensation & Relief', | |
| keywords: ['documents', 'required', 'Aadhaar', 'bank', 'evidence'] | |
| }, | |
| // GRs & Acts | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-grs-1', | |
| question: 'What is the difference between a GR, Act, and Circular?', | |
| answer: 'Government document types explained:\n\n**Government Resolution (GR):**\n- Executive order by government department\n- Implements policy decisions\n- Can be amended or superseded by later GR\n- Example: GR-2024-WRD-089 (Flood compensation)\n\n**Act (Law):**\n- Passed by State Legislature\n- Creates legal framework\n- Cannot be changed by GR (only amendment by legislature)\n- Example: Maharashtra Irrigation Act, 1976\n\n**Circular:**\n- Administrative instruction\n- Clarifies implementation of GR/Act\n- Internal departmental guidance\n- Example: Monsoon preparedness circular\n\n**Hierarchy:**\nAct > GR > Circular\n\n**Legal Force:**\n- Act: Full legal force, courts enforce\n- GR: Administrative binding, can be challenged\n- Circular: Internal guidance, not legally binding\n\n**Finding Documents:** Use the GR Finder on this portal to search all types.', | |
| category: 'GRs & Acts', | |
| keywords: ['GR', 'Act', 'Circular', 'difference', 'types'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-grs-2', | |
| question: 'How do I find a specific Government Resolution?', | |
| answer: 'Ways to find a Government Resolution:\n\n**On This Portal:**\n1. Go to "GR Finder" from menu\n2. Search by GR number (e.g., "GR-2024-WRD-089")\n3. Or search by keywords (e.g., "flood compensation")\n4. Filter by year, department, category\n\n**Official Sources:**\n- wrd.maharashtra.gov.in → Documents section\n- maharashtra.gov.in → GR search\n- Mantralaya library (in-person)\n\n**GR Number Format:**\nGR-YYYY-DEPT-NUMBER\nExample: GR-2024-WRD-089\n- 2024: Year\n- WRD: Water Resources Department\n- 089: Serial number\n\n**Tips:**\n- Recent GRs are digitized (2015 onwards)\n- Older GRs may need RTI request\n- Popular GRs shown in GR Finder homepage\n\n**Need Help?** Use "GR Helper" AI assistant to find related GRs.', | |
| category: 'GRs & Acts', | |
| keywords: ['find', 'search', 'GR number', 'portal', 'official'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-grs-3', | |
| question: 'What are the key Acts governing water resources in Maharashtra?', | |
| answer: 'Major water resource Acts in Maharashtra:\n\n**Maharashtra Irrigation Act, 1976**\n- Governs irrigation water distribution\n- Defines WRD powers and responsibilities\n- Establishes water rights framework\n- Key sections: 33 (water priority), 45 (maintenance)\n\n**MWRRA Act, 2005**\n- Created Maharashtra Water Resources Regulatory Authority\n- Water pricing and tariff determination\n- Inter-basin water transfer approval\n- Annual water audit requirement\n\n**Maharashtra Groundwater Act, 2013**\n- Groundwater extraction regulation\n- Registration of wells\n- Protection of drinking water sources\n\n**Dam Safety Act, 2021 (Central)**\n- Dam classification and inspection\n- Emergency action plans\n- Safety review committees\n\n**Related Acts:**\n- Maharashtra Water Supply & Sewerage Act, 1976\n- Maharashtra Farmers\' Participation Act, 2005\n\nAll available in Repository section of this portal.', | |
| category: 'GRs & Acts', | |
| keywords: ['Acts', 'Irrigation Act', 'MWRRA', 'Groundwater', 'Dam Safety'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-grs-4', | |
| question: 'How can I get a copy of an old GR?', | |
| answer: 'Methods to obtain old Government Resolutions:\n\n**Online (2015 onwards):**\n- wrd.maharashtra.gov.in → Documents\n- This portal\'s GR Finder\n- Download PDF directly\n\n**RTI Application (Pre-2015):**\n- Apply to WRD Public Information Officer\n- Fee: ₹10 per page\n- Timeline: 30 days\n- Format: RTI application with GR details\n\n**Mantralaya Library:**\n- Visit: Mantralaya, Mumbai\n- Working hours: 10 AM - 5 PM\n- Reference section has GR archives\n- Photocopy available (₹2/page)\n\n**District Collector Office:**\n- Regional GR archives\n- Available in Marathi and English\n- Prior appointment recommended\n\n**GR Helper AI:**\n- Ask "Find GR about [topic] from [year]"\n- AI will search and provide summary\n- Link to download if digitized\n\n**Note:** Some sensitive GRs may have restricted access.', | |
| category: 'GRs & Acts', | |
| keywords: ['old GR', 'copy', 'RTI', 'archive', 'download'] | |
| }, | |
| { | |
| id: 'faq-grs-5', | |
| question: 'How do I know if a GR is still active or superseded?', | |
| answer: 'Checking GR status:\n\n**On This Portal:**\n- GR Finder shows status badge: Active/Amended/Superseded\n- Click GR to see full history\n- Related GRs section shows amendments\n\n**Status Types:**\n- **Active:** Currently in force, follow this\n- **Amended:** Modified by later GR, check both\n- **Superseded:** Replaced by new GR, follow new one\n\n**Official Verification:**\n- WRD website shows current status\n- Contact department for clarification\n- Legal cell can confirm validity\n\n**Common Reasons for Supersession:**\n- Policy change by new government\n- Court order striking down provisions\n- Expiry of time-bound GR\n- Amendment incorporating new provisions\n\n**Example:**\nGR-2022-WRD-089 (Crop compensation) was superseded by GR-2024-WRD-089 with revised rates.\n\n**Best Practice:** Always check the latest GR on the subject before taking action.', | |
| category: 'GRs & Acts', | |
| keywords: ['status', 'active', 'superseded', 'amended', 'validity'] | |
| }, | |
| ]; | |
| // Helper functions | |
| export const getFAQsByCategory = (category: string) => faqData.filter(faq => faq.category === category); | |
| export const searchFAQs = (query: string) => { | |
| const q = query.toLowerCase(); | |
| return faqData.filter(faq => | |
| faq.question.toLowerCase().includes(q) || | |
| faq.answer.toLowerCase().includes(q) || | |
| faq.keywords.some(k => k.includes(q)) | |
| ); | |
| }; | |