Mountain springs are the primary source of water for rural households in the Himalayan region and, for many, the sole source of water. New Delhi: Half the mountain springs that are a lifeline for people living in the Indian Himalayan region (IHR) are drying up, according to a new report by India’s federal think tank Niti Aayog. The government think tank has sought comments from all stakeholders by 19 February to decide the future course of action to save the Himalayan springs and the millions who depend on them. Mountain springs are the primary source of water for rural households in the Himalayan region and, for many, the sole source of water. Most of the drinking water supply in the mountainous parts of Uttarakhand is spring-based, while in Meghalaya, all villages use springs for drinking and/or irrigation.

Source: Mint February 12, 2018 03:56 UTC