Delhi Considers Mandatory Rainwater Harvesting for Borewells

The Delhi government is thinking about a new rule that would require people to set up rainwater harvesting systems if they want to dig new borewells.

This is because Delhi is using up groundwater faster than it can be replaced.

Rainwater harvesting helps put water back into the ground, which can help make sure there's enough water for everyone.

Right now, there are already rules about rainwater harvesting and many illegal borewells in Delhi.

The government is also working to fix old rainwater systems and build new ones in government buildings.

If this new rule is approved, people who want to dig borewells will need to show how they will put water back into the ground.