Sources of water in the world are limited, whereas the population has increased tremendously. Consumption of water is more than available resources. The level of underground water has gone down. Lakes, rivers and ponds are polluted, so water should not be wasted at all. Due to deforestation, there is a shortage of rainfall. As such, conservation of water is necessary.
Following are the measures to be taken to conserve water:
1. Do not let water flow uselessly. Leakage in pipes should be repaired.
2. If the pipe-line distributing water is leaking and broken, the related officers should be informed so that pipes may be repaired or changed.
3. Taps in public places should be kept closed, when not being used. Often children open the taps or sometimes elders also forget to close the tap, due to which water flows uselessly. So, close the taps before going from the house.
4. Take care that water from the water reservoir kept on the roof of the house does not overflow. Keep the tanks always clean and covered.
5. Wastewater of the kitchen should be collected in a tank and should be used for the kitchen garden or in washrooms. This saves drinking water.
6. Every drop of water must be saved. Avoid wastage of water.
7. Take every care that water resources do not get contaminated.
