Groundwater, drawn at rapid rates from peri-urban areas of Hyderabad is now turning into a commodity, controlled and distributed at a premium by a few, to meet the needs of the city. Recent research reveals the alarming consequences of such trends.
Pune-based artist Madhavi Kolte has always used her art for the cause of the environment and to raise people’s awareness about it. Her recent association with citizens’ collective Jeevitnadi has now made her stand up for the highly polluted Mutha river in the city.
At a time when the city is struggling in the face of unplanned growth, Pune citizens come together to save water resources and set examples for sustainable use of water.
