WATER SHORTAGES
India Ratings’ Devendra Pant on how water shortage can impact economic growth
Devendra Pant, Chief Economist at India Ratings, highlights the long-term impact of water scarcity in India on agriculture, manufacturing, and hydroelectricity production. He emphasizes the need for immediate action by policymakers and citizens to address this critical issue. Pant says water scarcity is going to have an impact. and not only in agriculture, unless we develop or have those seeds and crops that can withstand extreme weather conditions.
Not politics, not interest rates: India's surging economy at risk from water
India is facing a growing water crisis, with the country's growing water stress potentially impacting its growth. The country's growing water stress could affect agricultural production and industrial operations, leading to food inflation and declines in income for affected businesses and workers, especially farmers. Contaminated water kills about 200,000 Indians each year, and the government is focusing on conserving the resource, recycling waste water, and reducing the country's over-reliance on the annual monsoon, especially in the agricultural sector.
Delhi Water Minister Atishi discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital
Delhi Water Minister and AAP leader Atishi was discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital on Thursday after being admitted due to health issues from her indefinite hunger strike. Atishi began her strike on June 22, demanding Haryana release Delhi's water share. The AAP claims Haryana is withholding 100 million gallons of water per day, impacting 2.8 million people. Though the hunger strike ended, AAP vows to continue pressing the issue in Parliament. Amid Delhi's high temperatures, water shortages have led residents to rely on tankers for daily needs.
India’s growing water shortage may weigh on its credit health: Moody’s
India is facing a growing water shortage as consumption is rising amid a rapidly growing economy and frequent natural disasters which is detrimental to the credit health of the country, and for sectors like power generators and steelmakers that are heavily dependent on it, Moody’s Ratings said on Tuesday.
Delhi Water Minister Atishi's hunger strike ends after hospitalisation; doc says 'condition stable'
Delhi Water Crisis: AAP leader Atishi's indefinite hunger strike over the Delhi water crisis has ended after her hospitalisation due to deteriorating health. Doctors advised her admission after her blood sugar and pressure dropped significantly. Atishi vowed to continue until Haryana releases Delhi's rightful water share. The crisis, with a daily shortfall of 100 MGD, has affected 28 lakh Delhiites, leading to reliance on water tankers amid soaring temperatures.
India's bubbling water crisis can spark social unrest, exacerbate volatility in economy's growth: Moody's
Reduced water availability has the potential to interrupt both agricultural and industrial activities, leading to increased food prices and income reductions for impacted businesses and workers, particularly farmers. This situation may lead to social unrest, further destabilizing India's economic growth and its resilience to unforeseen challenges, considering that over 40% of the nation's workforce is engaged in agriculture.
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"Encroachment on government land will be investigated": Mamata Banerjee in Howrah
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee chaired a meeting addressing Howrah's issues of encroachment and illegal construction. She directed the Howrah Police and State Chief Secretary to investigate and act against those involved in land encroachment. Banerjee criticized officials for their involvement in extortion and highlighted the illegal activities in Salt Lake. She also expressed concerns over the Teesta Treaty, claiming West Bengal was not consulted on decisions affecting water distribution to Bangladesh, and planned to address the issue with the Prime Minister.
Greater Noida high-rise residents carry buckets up floors amid water shortage, video goes viral
Residents in Delhi and surrounding areas face a water shortage crisis, with long queues at water tankers. A viral video shows residents in Greater Noida collecting water from a private tanker due to a malfunctioning pump at the Greno Authority.
Amid water crisis, authorities reveal shocking news: Delhi has extracted 99% groundwater
Delhi faces a severe water crisis as the CGWB reports a significant decline in groundwater recharge and availability for extraction. In 2023, only 0.34 bcm of 0.38 bcm recharged groundwater was accessible, with 99.1% already extracted. Despite efforts, groundwater extraction rose from 98.16% in 2022 to 99.13% in 2023. While some areas saw improvement, critical zones expanded to cover 35% of Delhi. CGWB calls for urgent measures, including mandatory rainwater harvesting and enhanced water conservation efforts.
BJP stages protest over Delhi water crisis, slams AAP govt
Delhi BJP leaders and workers took out protest marches on Wednesday across the national capital over the water crisis in the city, and slammed the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva took part in the protest at Andrews Ganj, where he was accompanied by New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj. He attacked the AAP government, saying its free water scheme has proved to be a "sham".
Delhi water crisis: Atishi urges PM Modi to act, threatens indefinite fast from June 21
Delhi Water Minister Atishi said that she has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi concerning the water crisis in the national capital. She warned that if the issue is not resolved within a few days, she will commence an indefinite strike starting June 21.
No end to Delhi's water crisis, long queues seen at tankers across the city
Delhi Water Crisis: The water crisis in Delhi has reached a critical point, with people lining up for tankers and facing severe shortages amid scorching temperatures. Areas across the national capital, from Kusumpur Pahadi to Geeta Colony and Okhla, are grappling with the daily struggle for water. Residents are holding onto cans and buckets, waiting in long queues for their turn at the water tankers.
Shimla water crisis: Tourist-packed hotels scramble for water as supplies drop sharply
This summer, extreme heat waves have hit India's northwest region, worsening a severe water crisis in Himachal Pradesh, especially in Shimla. The city, which usually needs 43 million liters of water daily, now receives only about 30 million liters, necessitating water rationing every 3-4 days. The demand spikes to 48 million liters during the tourist season. Hotels are buying water from private tankers.
Delhi water crisis: Minister Atishi asks police to guard water pipelines
Delhi Water minister Atishi requested police patrol to protect major pipelines due to a water crisis caused by Yamuna water shortage. Delhi Jal Board deployed teams to address leakage issues, including in south Delhi. ADMs are supervising the operations.
Delhi's Water Crisis: Long lines at tankers amid AAP-BJP blame game
Delhi Water Crisis: Delhi is grappling with a severe water shortage, forcing residents to rely on water tankers. The crisis has led to political confrontations between the AAP and BJP. Delhi Minister Atishi has requested police protection for major pipelines, alleging sabotage. Protests and accusations of mismanagement have intensified the situation, affecting multiple areas in the national capital.
There's no leakage: Delhi Police after inspecting Jal Board pipelines
Police officials in northeast Delhi have confirmed that there are no leaks in Jal Board pipelines, despite a water supply crisis deepening in the city. Delhi Minister Atishi has written a letter to Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora, urging the deployment of police personnel to protect major pipelines in the national capital. The letter outlines the need for police personnel to patrol and protect the pipelines for the next 15 days to prevent miscreants or people with ulterior motives from tampering with the water pipelines that have become Delhi's lifelines.
Delhi water woes: BJP holds 'matka-phod' protest, AAP MLAs accuse Union Jal Shakti Minister for not intervening
As Delhi's water woes escalate amid the prevailing intense heatwave, AAP MLAs accused Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil of not intervening in the matter, while the BJP held 'matka-phod' protest against the Arvind Kejriwal government highlight the water crisis in Delhi.
"If Centre does not intervene, situation will not improve": Atishi on water crisis in Delhi
Atishi, Delhi's Minister, has called on the Centre to address the water crisis in Delhi, urging the BJP to work with Haryana for more water. She expressed concern over a recent pipeline leak and requested police protection for key water lines. Atishi emphasized the need to avoid politics and focus on solutions, warning that without intervention, the situation will worsen. She highlighted a 25% increase in water shortage in South Delhi due to a 6-hour stoppage in water pumping. Atishi's plea comes as the Delhi Jal Board deploys patrol teams to monitor the water distribution network.
Delhi water crisis: Cong workers to hold 'matka phod' protest on Saturday
Devender Yadav alleged the Delhi government has not taken effective steps to address the water shortage due to which people, including women, children and the elderly, are forced to run after water tankers to fill a bucket.
Water production in Delhi decreasing continuously: Atishi
Delhi Water Minister Atishi stated on Friday that water production in Delhi is continuously decreasing due to reduced water flow into the Yamuna river, alleging that Haryana is not releasing Delhi's share of water. Normally, Delhi produces 1005 million gallons per day (MGD) of water, but this has been declining over the past week. Atishi provided specific figures showing a drop from 1002 MGD on June 6 to 939 MGD by June 13.
Delhi faces water shortfall of 50 million gallons a day, do not waste: Atishi
Claiming that Delhi faces a water shortage of 50 million gallons per day (MGD), the city government Thursday urged people not to waste water, and asserted the problem cannot be solved by merely restraining the tanker mafia. As parts of the city grappled with the acute shortage, the Supreme Court asked the AAP government to approach the Upper Yamuna River Board (UYRB) for additional water on humanitarian ground.
Delhi turning into Bengaluru? A dive into national capital's water woes
Dehi water crisis: Delhi faces a worsening water crisis, with videos of residents struggling for water going viral. The blame game among politicians, including the AAP government and neighbouring states, has escalated. Despite efforts to increase water production, the city's infrastructure challenges and mismanagement persist. Groundwater overexploitation and inter-state disputes exacerbate the complex situation.
Delhi water crisis: ADM, SDM level officers to be deployed in each Zone to monitor situation
Delhi government deployed officers at various levels to form Quick Response Teams for water provision and complaint resolution amid water shortage in the region. Water minister Atishi directed regular inspections of the water distribution network to prevent leaks and ensure water conservation. Residents faced shortages and relyed on water tankers. A dispute arose between the AAP government and the Lieutenant Governor over responsibility for the crisis, with accusations of water theft by a "tanker mafia."
Delhi L-G meets Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj over water shortage issue, assures help
Atishi said, "The water level in the Wazirabad barrage has gone down and less water is coming from the Munak canal. We have requested the Lt Governor to talk to the Haryana government about releasing more water in the Munak canal. Seven treatment plants of Delhi depend on the Munak canal for water. The Lt Governor has assured us that he would talk to the Haryana government," she said.
Delhi Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with LG over water situation
Delhi Water Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with Lt Governor V K Saxena over inadequate water released by Haryana via Munak Canal for Delhi's water supply. Delhi is supposed to receive 1050 cusecs of water from Munak Canal through CLC and DSB sub-canals, reduced to 840 cusecs, affecting 7 Water Treatment Plants. Atishi requests intervention from the Central Govt.
People wait in long queues as Delhi continues to grapple with water shortage
Delhi water crisis: In Chilla Gaon situated in Mayur Vihar Phase 1, people can be seen standing in long queues amidst the water crisis. Water is being supplied to the people through tankers.
Delhi water crisis: BJP Mahila Morcha protests outside minister Atishi's home
Delhi BJP Mahila Morcha's office bearers protested outside minister Atishi's residence over the water crisis in the national capital, carrying earthen pots and placards. They criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal outside Water Minister Atishi's residence amid a severe heatwave. The city faces a water shortage due to extreme temperatures, leading to fines for water wastage and increased enforcement efforts.
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