water resources

Dr Himanshu Kulkarni and Uma Aslekar explain why, in order to make access to water adequate and equitable, we must shift our focus from water sources to water resources. Both science, and community participation and cooperation, are key to addressing our water woes.

Kasturi is a tribal woman from Duddha village in Uttar Pradesh. As the water supply was unregulated in the region, it was difficult to get regular access to water. Taking matters in her own hands, she relocated to the outskirts of the village and dug her own well.