Far from the gleaming high-rises of India's financial capital, Mumbai, impoverished villages in areas supplying the megacity's water are running dry, sparking a nationwide crisis that experts warn could lead to alarming future challenges.
Sunita Pandurang Satgir embodies the struggle faced by many in these rural communities. \\"The people in Mumbai drink our water, but no one there, including the government, pays attention to us or our demands,\\" she shared, carrying a heavy metal pot filled with foul-smelling water.
This recurring issue across India highlights the growing divide between urban demands and rural sustainability. As Mumbai's thirst for water intensifies, the strain on surrounding villages continues to escalate, threatening both livelihoods and the environment.
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