Question

‘Indian monsoon has brought significant rainfall to various parts of the country with the Indian Meteorological Department issuing alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms and lighting. Monsoons are India’s yearly bonus and the cost of losing it, again............’

Suggest how monsoon rainfall in India can be transformed into a perennial asset.

Answer 1

• India can adopt rainwater harvesting at an extensive level.
• Crops that require more water can be grown in the monsoon prone areas.
• Micro irrigation system can be adopted which will help in diversion of water to drought prone areas.
• Local community can be engaged in the planning process.