Escalating water crisis: The threat to Ghaziabad’s precious resources
Ghaziabad, a bustling city in Uttar Pradesh, finds itself in the grips of a severe water crisis, reminiscent of the challenges faced by Bengaluru. Designated a ‘Red Zone’ due to plummeting groundwater levels, Ghaziabad’s situation rings alarm bells for the entire region. The dire state of affairs stems from rampant and unchecked exploitation of water […]
Anand Malligavad: The Lake man who embodies true Corporate Social Responsibility
Anand Malligavad, an engineer-turned-water conservationist, was taken aback when he read that Bengaluru, like Cape town, could soon run dry. It was then that he studied further as to what plagued lakes in the tech capital. More studies convinced him that the solution lay in decade-old practices that had made Bengaluru once the lake capital. […]
Mexico City nearing Water Crisis: A consequence of History and Climate
Mexico City, one of the world’s largest and most densely populated urban centers, faces an imminent water crisis exacerbated by prolonged drought and soaring temperatures. Recent protests by residents highlight the severity of the situation, with water levels plummeting to historic lows. Centuries of urban development, stemming from the Spanish colonization era, have compounded the […]
Understanding the universal implications of an abrupt Atlantic Ocean Circulation Shutdown
The potential consequences of an abrupt shutdown of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), known as Atlantic Ocean Circulation Shutdown depicted in Hollywood’s “The Day After Tomorrow,” have gained scientific attention. Recent studies reveal a notable slowdown in the AMOC over the past two decades. This raises concerns about its stability and the implications for […]
Beyond Thirst Quenching: How water can add quality years to your Life
You are probably aware that the human body can’t endure beyond three days without water. Read on to explore the surprising link between water and a longer, healthier life. Water, as crucial as oxygen, fuels survival, adds quality years to your life and well-being. Therefore, beyond mere thirst quenching, it nourishes skin, lubricates joints, regulates […]
Maharashtra faces Severe Drinking Water Shortage amid plummeting Dam Levels
Maharashtra, especially the Pune region, grapples with an impending drinking water shortage as a deficient monsoon leads to dwindling water levels across 2994 dams. The water storage has plummeted from 86% on January 30, 2023, to a critical 65% as of the recent update. Particularly alarming is the Ujani dam, a key reservoir. This reservoir […]
Alarming decline in Punjab, Haryana groundwater raises serious concerns about water scarcity
The Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab convened a meeting under the chairmanship of Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. This was done to discuss the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal. A key concern raised by Shekhawat was the diminishing groundwater levels in both states. He emphasized the need for collective efforts to tackle this issue. Furthwe, […]
Amazon’s drought raises concerns of an impending tipping point for the Rainforest
The Amazon rainforest, often referred to as the lungs of the Earth, is facing a severe drought in Brazil that has far-reaching consequences. The dry spell, the fourth in less than 20 years, has damaged the forest ecosystem. This has led to depleted rivers, and fuelled wildfires, enveloping the region’s largest city in smoke. As […]
An essential requirement: Clean water for schools in India
Access to clean drinking water and sanitation facilities is often taken for granted, but a report by the Ministry of Human Resource Development reveals that in India, only 47% of schools have access to drinking water, and 53% have separate toilets for girls and boys. Globally, UNESCO reports that one in three schools lacks basic […]
Are we missing a key component of caste discrimination in India’s water discourse?
This article underscores the critical intersection of caste discrimination and water access in India. It highlights the glaring gap in acknowledging caste as a significant factor in discussions about water rights. Some time back, nine-year-old Dalit boy Indra Meghwal was beaten to death for drinking water from a pot reserved for his upper-caste teacher. This […]