Tag: Water Sources

Meghalaya Launches Drive To Rejuvenate 741 Drying Water Sources

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Marcuise-N.-Marak

The Meghalaya government has initiated efforts to rejuvenate over 741 drying water sources that are rapidly drying up due to the adverse effects of climate change. The announcement was made by Public Health Engineering (PHE) Minister Marcuise N. Marak, who stressed the urgency of the situation and the measures being taken to restore vital water sources across the state. The Meghalaya government has identified over 741 critical water sources that are at risk of depletion. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has formed a Climate Council to oversee restoration efforts. The…

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Protecting Water Sources: Securing Our Future

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On World Water Day 2025, let us embrace the theme of glacier preservation, recognizing the urgent need to protect our planet’s glaciers, one of the most vital sources of freshwater. As the global warming and climate change accelerates glaciers melting, the consequences on global water security, ecosystems, and human populations are becoming increasingly severe. The Importance of Glaciers in Our Water Ecosystem Glaciers store approximately 70% of the world’s freshwater, acting as natural reservoirs that regulate water flow to rivers, lakes, and groundwater sources. In the mountainous regions like the…

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