The head of the Earthquake Department at the Research Center for Roads, Housing, and Urban Development explained the results of a study on groundwater consumption in seven major cities of the country, stating that the annual depletion of groundwater in the Tehran area is 10.9 times that of Tabriz, 7.4 times that of Shiraz, and 4.6 times that of Mashhad. This discrepancy, alongside the high population concentration, plays a significant role in increasing water demand and exacerbating land subsidence.
ISNA is a semi-official Iranian news agency (Iranian Students News Agency). This is a translation of that outlet's own report; it is the outlet's account, not Artesh's finding.
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The Impact of Population Concentration on Land Subsidence in Tehran: Groundwater Consumption in Tehran is 3 Times That of Isfahan
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November 14, 2026
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A study reveals that Tehran's groundwater depletion is significantly higher than in other major Iranian cities, which, combined with its high population density, is worsening land subsidence issues. This situation highlights the urgent need for sustainable water management in urban areas.
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