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Rainwater Harvesting in India: A Crucial Step Towards Water Security

  Rainwater Harvesting in India: A Crucial Step Towards Water Security India, a country with a population of over 1.4 billion, faces significant water challenges. The unpredictability of rainfall, rising demand, and declining water tables have made rainwater harvesting a vital strategy for ensuring water security. Challenges: Unreliable Rainfall: India's rainfall patterns are increasingly unpredictable due to climate change, leading to droughts and floods. Depleting Groundwater: Over-extraction has led to declining water tables, affecting agriculture, industry, and domestic supplies. Water Scarcity: India's per-capita water availability is decreasing, threatening economic growth and food security. Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting: Supplements Water Supply: Harvested rainwater reduces dependence on municipal supplies and groundwater. Replenishes Groundwater: Recharged groundwater helps maintain healthy water tables. Flood Mitigation: Harvesting rainwater reduces stormwater runof...