As summer approaches, Bengaluru braces for a potential water crisis. With depleting groundwater levels and unpredictable rainfall, the city has had to impose strict regulations on water usage.

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has now banned the use of potable water for non-drinking purposes like washing vehicles, driveways, and construction work. Violators face a fine of Rs 5,000, as authorities push for alternative water conservation methods to tackle the crisis.

Amidst these restrictions, four Bengalurians have emerged as changemakers, pioneering innovative methods to conserve water and inspire sustainable living.

1. Hariharan Chandrashekhar

Environmentalist and urban planner Hariharan Chandrashekhar is a champion of water conservation, particularly among Bengaluru schoolchildren. Through his Rain Reach Programme, he has implemented rainwater harvesting systems in numerous government schools, providing thousands of students with access to sustainable water sources.

The programme installs rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment, and water reuse systems in municipal schools. Rain gauge weather stations and digital meters empower students to track rainfall. This initiative has helped 40 Bengaluru schools save an........

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