Water scarcity as we know is when there is a lack of sufficient water resources to meet the required need of it in a particular region. According to WWF, 1.1 billion people worldwide lack access to water and a total of 2.7 billion finds water scarce for at least one month of the year. Not only do animals die due to thirst, but the drought also causes a weak immune system in the animals which in turn leads to a higher number of infectious and parasitic diseases. In India, Due to the severe drought condition, the water bodies situated in the forests have become dry. These reserve forests account for wild animals such as elephants, tigers, and spotted deer. Many endangered species of animals are getting extinct due to water scarcity. According to the Ground Report, the top regions in India that are facing water scarcity are Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Delhi. Some of the top solutions that have been found to be most practical to help with the crisis of water scarcity are recycling wastewater, attaining new conservation technologies, water pricing, rainwater harvesting, community governance, and partnerships, improving water management systems, developing and implementing water policies, address and provide education and awareness regarding this crisis.
