Water Resources and Their Conservation

🌊 Water Resources and Their Conservation

Water is one of the most precious natural resources on Earth. It is essential for all living beings, and about 70% of the human body is made up of water. Although three-fourths of the Earth’s surface is covered with water, only 3% is fresh water, and just 1% is usable by humans. This limited fresh water is found in rivers, lakes, groundwater, and the atmosphere.

Water keeps cycling through nature in the form of solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (vapour) through the water cycle—evaporation, condensation, and precipitation. However, the distribution of water is uneven. While some areas receive plenty of rain, others suffer from droughts and water scarcity.

💧 Water Resources in India

India uses water for agriculture, drinking, industry, and household purposes. However, many parts of the country face shortages of clean water due to overuse, pollution, and unequal rainfall.

🌱 Conservation of Water

Due to pollution and overuse, conserving water is crucial. Here are some key conservation methods:

• ✅ Treating sewage and industrial waste before releasing into water bodies.

• ✅ Growing forests and vegetation to slow surface run-off and recharge groundwater.

• ✅ Using drip and sprinkler irrigation to reduce water use in agriculture.

• ✅ Lining canals to prevent seepage.

• ✅ Rainwater harvesting—collecting and storing rainwater for use.

• ✅ Using water wisely at home—closing taps, fixing leaks, reusing water.

🧠 Conclusion

Water is life. We must use it wisely and take steps to protect and conserve this vital resource for ourselves and future generations.

“Every drop counts—save water, secure the future!”