Every year on March 22, we mark World Water Day, which serves as a reminder of the value of freshwater, particularly in light of the current water crisis in Bengaluru.
On World Water Day, people in Bengaluru are gathering free drinking water from a tanker as a result of the city's chronic water crisis. (PTI)
Every year on March 22, the world observes World Water Day, a time to reflect on the value of freshwater, particularly in light of the current water crisis in Bengaluru. Due to poor monsoons and depleting groundwater supplies, the IT powerhouse is experiencing a severe water crisis.
Past Events
In 1992, the first formal proposal for World Water Day under Agenda 21 was presented at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro. March 22 was designated as World Water Day by a resolution passed by the UN General Assembly in December 1992.
Significance
The United Nations (UN) marks this day to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. On this day, the UN’s flagship report on water and sanitation is launched every year.
Key takeaways from the UN's World Water Day 2024 message: Water can create peace or spark conflict Tense situations in societies arise when water is scarce or polluted or when people struggle for access. We can only balance everyone's water needs through cooperation. This year's theme is "Water for prosperity and peace." As such, the 2024 edition of the UN's flagship World Water Development Report (WWDR) report will explore this theme and be released today. The theme changes every year, but the Water is essential for both prosperity and peace. As a result of political upheaval and mass migration, water cooperation is a key component of how nations handle climate change.
Water can help us escape our current dilemma. When communities and nations come together in support of equitable and sustainable water use, harmony will be nurtured. We can peacefully resolve the water situation if we take international action through United Nations treaties and carry out local initiatives.
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