The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (17 June) highlights the urgent need for sustainable land management. India, facing 97.85 million hectares of land degradation, actively targets restoring 26 million hectares by 2030 through watershed development, the Green India Mission, and the Aravalli Green Wall.
Click to View MoreRapid urbanisation in the Himalayan foothills is changing rainfall patterns, causing heavier rains and longer dry spells. This shift increases flood risks and water scarcity, threatening ecosystems and communities. Advanced tools like machine learning help predict extreme events, but challenges remain in data gaps and infrastructure. Effective policies focused on sustainable urban planning, climate adaptation, and community involvement are crucial to manage these hydroclimatic changes and ensure water security.
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