Speaking to the nation, the Prime Minister stressed on the need for water conservation through traditional and modern means.
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After 4 months and a resounding victory in the Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today resumed his monthly radio programme ‘Maan Ki Baat’.
Speaking to the nation, the Prime Minister stressed on the need for water conservation through traditional and modern means.
The Prime Minister said, “Water crisis hits many parts of the nation every year. You will be surprised that only 8% of the rain water in the whole year is harvested in our country.”
Emphasising on the newly formed Jal Shakti Ministry, Modi said the ministry will ensure speedy resolution of issues related to water. The Prime Minister said that he has written to Gram panchayat Leaders and has asked them to sit with members of their villages to discuss methods of water conservation, stressing on traditional means of conserving water.
“I would like to make 3 requests to all, including eminent people from all walks of life to create awareness on water conservation. Share info of traditional methods of water conservation. If you know about any individuals or NGOs working on water, do share about them so that we can create a database of those who can help when need arises,” Modi said.
He sought ideas from the people about water conservation. “There cannot be one formula across the country to save water. Share knowledge of traditional methods of water conservation. Use #JanShakti4JalShakti to upload your content relating to water conservation.”
Source- Economic Times
