Pralay without Paani: Battling the water crisis in India
Pralay without Paani : Battling the water crisis in India From the Mayan to the Mohenjo-Daro-Harappan, water has always determined the fate of great civilizations, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. A nation which fails to protect such an invaluable resource is destined to fail. In today’s age water must be considered as the single most valuable national asset and must be uncompromisingly protected. India today faces exigent circumstances wherein its fresh water sources are being depleted or, more alarmingly, falling prey to pollution. From the burning and frothing lakes of Bangalore [1-2] to the dry water basins of Chennai [3], India’s water crisis is not a mirage but a noiseless emergency! Water is life! Sustaining India’s burgeoning population requires acceptable water quality for the entire populace at an affordable cost. The crisis is a two-pronged problem involving both quantity and quality. Increased demand through population growth and changes