Why it’s Important to Map the Flow of Water through Cities
A City Water Balance of all flows in the urban water system is a good starting point to understand the paradox of flooded streets and dry borewells.
Bengaluru’s water problems may sometimes seem contradictory. Stories of drying borewells and lakes compete with complaints about flooded streets.
Clearly, Bengaluru needs an integrated water management plan. However, some immediate questions that emerge are: where is Bengaluru’s water, how much is there and in what condition?
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Muhil Nesi for Scroll.
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