Bengaluru, India's Silicon Valley, faces severe water crisis due to Cauvery River dispute and rapid urban growth.

India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, is experiencing a severe water crisis, leading to residents taking fewer showers, relying on water tankers, and using disposable cutlery. The city's water supply mainly comes from the Cauvery River, which is at the center of a longstanding water-sharing dispute with neighboring Tamil Nadu state. Bengaluru's rapid expansion and unplanned growth have put immense pressure on the city's water resources, leaving nearly 14 million residents with limited access to water.

March 14, 2024
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