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Title
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The Nilgiris Water Resources Project
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Description
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The Nilgiris Water Resources Project report highlights critical water management issues in the Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, which is characterized by diverse altitudinal zones and an intricate network of rivers feeding into larger basins. Despite substantial rainfall, water scarcity is prevalent due to reduced rainy days, land-use changes, and increased urbanization, leading to dependence on government systems that disrupt traditional water management practices. Indigenous communities face challenges in accessing clean water, exacerbated by pollution and competition for resources from commercial agriculture and tourism. The report advocates for the protection of springs and wetlands, promotion of rainwater harvesting, and revitalization of community-based management systems to ensure sustainable water access for all inhabitants.
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Date
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June 2002
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Format
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Pdf
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Language
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English
