Question

Explain with suitable examples, why Indian megacities are more prone to facing water crisis

in the next decade. As a resident of Delhi and as a concerned citizen, suggest some water

conservation policies that the State Government should adopt in their masterplan for the

next 10 years (till 2030).​

Answer 1

Answer:

After two consecutive years of weak monsoons, 330 million people — a quarter of the country’s population — are affected by a severe drought. With nearly 50 per cent of India grappling with drought-like conditions, the situation has been particularly grim this year in western and southern states that received below average rainfal