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  • Mar 26, 2024
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WATER CRISIS IN KARNATAKA, RESERVOIR LEVELS WORRYING IN MANY PLACES:

Why in the news?

Water crisis in Karnataka, particularly in Bengaluru, due to low reservoir levels and strict water usage restrictions. Residents fleeing uncertainty.

source:toi

About the Reservoir Levels and Water Shortage:

  • Karnataka is facing a severe water crisis, especially evident in the worrying levels of reservoirs across the state.
  • Bengaluru, the capital city, is experiencing a major water shortage, prompting the government to impose restrictions on water usage.
  • Many people are forced to rely on water ATMs, with queues forming outside municipal facilities, highlighting the desperation for water, sold at Rs 5 per 20 litres due to scarcity.
About government schemes to tackle the ground water crisis in India:

●   Jal Kranti Abhiyan: Aims to raise awareness and promote community participation in water conservation efforts.

●   MGNREGA: Focuses on water conservation projects to recharge groundwater levels.

●   National Water Mission: Works towards sustainable water management practices.

●   Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABHY): Focuses on groundwater management and improving water use efficiency.

●   Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM): Aims to provide piped water supply to every household.

●   National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG): Targets pollution control and conservation of the Ganga River and its tributaries.