The book has seen multiple updates, including a 4th Edition (2013) , 5th Edition (2020) , and the recent 6th Edition (2024) co-authored with Priyank J. Sharma.

It is an essential resource for students in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, and environmental sciences, as well as practicing field engineers.

The book is frequently recommended for GATE (Civil Engineering) and Engineering Services Examination (ESE) preparation due to its clear explanations and extensive problem sets. Core Topics Covered