A notice from the Shimla Municipal Corporation has been released regarding the shortage of water.
“It has been reported by the metrological Department that Shimla Town has experienced lowest rain fall in this summer season which was not faced for the last many years and thus aroused draught like situation and scarcity of water in the water sources catering water demand of Shimla Town. It has also been warned that still it will take few days to reach monsoon in the state. Keeping in view on going draught like situation and scarcity of water in the water supply sources, henceforth all type of construction activities with cement/concrete i/e curing etc. is banned till 30.06.2024.”
This measure is being implemented to conserve water and ensure that there is enough supply for the residents of Shimla Town during this challenging time.
Efforts to tackle the water crisis in Shimla require actions such as repairing and enhancing water infrastructure, enhancing water management practices, encouraging rainwater harvesting, and enforcing policies to prevent deforestation and environmental degradation.