Will Bengaluru run dry? | Water crisis explained
India is grappling with a severe water crisis in Bengaluru, where 6,997 out of 16,781 borewells have dried up due to the failure of both the southwest and northeast monsoons in Karnataka. The crisis is exacerbated by rapid, unregulated urban growth and neglect of natural water bodies. It requires immediate and comprehensive strategies to address the crisis and ensure sustainable water management for the future.