Freshwater Access, Equity and Empowerment in the Indian Sundarban Region
Year: 2024
Type: book-chapter
Abstract: The Sundarban ecosystem situated in the lowermost part of the Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta region (GBM) has been witnessing a severe freshwater crisis coupled with climate induced hazards: global warming, cyclonic storms and saltwater intrusions. Inferior quality and derisory facilities for drinking water supplies have led to serious health concerns, especially among women. In addition, a thriving water business has created a sharp division among the residents whose access to potable water depends on their economic status. In these circumstances, we argue that judicious groundwater exploitation, specifically in primary occupational sectors, and extensive rainwater harvesting are crucial for sustainable development and climate justice. However, this requires proper planning and implementation of water policies, appropriate development and maintenance of water infrastructures.
Source: Bristol University Press eBooks
Language: English
Subfield: Water Science and Technology
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4401067799