Why Indian cities are fighting for water week after week
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Cropping patterns & irrigation· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
Major Indian cities like Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad are facing acute water shortages, highlighting the growing urban water crisis and the strain on groundwater and surface water resources.
Background
The Delhi Jal Board has deployed over 1,000 tankers to mitigate water scarcity in the capital. The crisis is characterized by recurring shortages during summer months, affecting major metropolitan hubs across India.
Facts for Prelims
- FactDelhi Jal Board (DJB) is the primary agency responsible for water supply in Delhi.
- PlaceMajor cities facing crisis include New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.
- FactOver 1,000 tankers were deployed by DJB to address the immediate shortage.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the escalating urban water crisis in India and suggest measures for sustainable water management in rapidly expanding metropolitan areas.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Groundwater depletion: Rapid urbanization and over-extraction of aquifers exceeding natural recharge rates.
- Infrastructure deficit: Inadequate sewage treatment and aging distribution networks leading to high non-revenue water losses.
- Demand-supply mismatch: Exponential population growth in tier-1 cities outpacing the expansion of municipal water supply capacities.
Keywords: Urban Water Crisis · Groundwater Depletion · Sustainable Water Management · Non-Revenue Water · Urbanization
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