WATER IN INDIA

Importance of Water Resources97% of water on earth is salt

water. Only three percent is fresh water - Slightly

over two-third in the form of frozen glacier while unfrozen water

is mainly found as ground water.

Conservation of Water resources(Some handy tips)

• While washing utensils, use less water.• Use ‘used’ water for washing cars.

• Make wells for collecting rainwater. It is called ‘rain water harvesting’.

• Ask papa to ‘off’ the tap while brushing for shave.

Water In India:Overview•India is endowed with a rich and vast diversity of water resources•India has seasonal rainfall

•50% of precipitation falls in just 15 days•India’s rivers are in state of decline

•The total utilizable water of India are assesed as 1086km

World Water Content

Issues With Water In IndiaRiver PollutionWater Conflicts

Ground Water PollutionUquifer Depletion

Corruption

WATER CYCLEThe amount of water on andaround this planet is fairly

constantAvailability of water

is not certain and costant