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Do we care enough for our Water? The earth which we inhabit is also known as `Blue Planet', as 70% of its surface is covered by `Water' (by the way 70% of human body also consists of water). Earth is the only one known planet to have water, in our solar system. Despite having so much of water, the severe challenge faced by human beings is of fresh or drinking water. India has 4% of world's fresh water (non saline) resources, to support 16% of world's population. So much less for so many, and still the way we treat rivers, lakes, ponds, ground water which are our main source for water, is nothing but a heinous crime. Gujarat is one of the most developed and also one of the most water deprived states of India. Taking a closer look at our water resources, we find that nearly all our rivers have either dried up or are laden with various types of pollutants. We are busy `developing' our ponds, lakes, replacing them with constructions. Our chemical industries are `recharging' our underground water sources, so that bore wells spew out stinking colored water. Landfills are replacing wetlands, as if we are never going to need water they used to provide. It is shocking when we witness our urban sewage flowing in to sea or river without any sign of `treatment'. We are forcing limits of ground water by unchecked and ever increasing wasteful usage in urban area. Our obsession for cash crops in agriculture is not only using more water but also leaving our fertile soil useless due to rising salinity. We need to think and act quickly and firmly before it becomes too late. Responsibilities have to be determined to monitor water sources. Public and NGO participation has to be encouraged. Wetlands and ponds need to be restored. Restoration of forests should be a priority, forest cover being most indispensable for our water security. A sense of self regulation should also be developed in every individual. Dhaval Patel vidyanagar.natureclub@gmail.com Vidyanagar Nature Club Gujarat |
| Also see : Rainwater Harvesting, Water : News Articles |
