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Untying the knots: Improving water governance in Nainital

Multiple institutions with overlapping jurisdictions, unclear mandates leading to accountability gaps are hindering efficient water governance in Nainital town, that is in the grip of a water crisis. Urgent action is needed!

Anvita Pandey

Vishal Singh

Posted on 23 Jun, 2024 11:43 AM

The Himalayan region, also known as the ‘Water Tower of Asia’, is a lifeline for two billion people in the region. Most of the Himalayan cities in India are tourist destinations and host large populations during peak tourist season, creating challenges for water and sanitation.

Naini lake in nainital (Image Source: Harshvardhan Thakur via Wikimedia Commons)

Nainital’s water woes: Every drop of rain counts

Nainital, a burgeoning hill town with a huge growing population is faced with water supply issues. Adoption of the practice of rainwater harvesting can lead to a paradigm shift towards better utilisation of the town’s natural water resources.

CEDAR

Posted on 15 Aug, 2021 04:16 PM

Nainital, the jewel of Uttarakhand’s Kumaun region is one of the most popular tourist destinations in northern India.

Naini lake, a natural freshwater body, quenches the thirst of the town (Image: Sanjay Bora)

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