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3,375 km Water Awareness Walk Concludes, Urges National Conservation

A monumental 3,375-kilometer walking yatra to raise public awareness about water conservation is concluding in Rameswaram after over 100 days. The campaign, initiated by social activist Robin Singh from Uttar Pradesh, began at the source of the Ganga in November. Singh traversed nine states, emphasizing that despite water covering most of the Earth, only a tiny fraction is usable for human needs. He will perform a ritual at the Ramanathaswamy temple, praying for abundant rainfall and stressing the critical need to conserve water through harvesting and responsible use for future generations.

Key Points: 107-Day Water Awareness Walk Across 9 States Ends in Rameswaram

  • 3,375-km walk across 9 states
  • 107-day water conservation campaign
  • Highlights only 3% of Earth's water is usable
  • Advocates rainwater harvesting and recycling
  • Concludes with Gangabhishekam for rainfall
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3,375 km water awareness walk spanning nine states highlights critical need for conservation

A 3,375-km walking yatra for water conservation awareness, led by activist Robin Singh, concludes after 107 days across nine Indian states.

"Water is needed not only for drinking, but also for daily household chores such as agriculture, electricity generation, bathing, and washing. - Robin Singh"

Rameswaram, February 26

A 3,375.35-kilometre walking yatra spanning nine states to educate the public on the importance of water, an essential natural resource, is nearing its completion after more than 100 days in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram. The initiative, started by social activist Robin Singh, emphasises that despite water covering 71 per cent of the Earth, only three per cent is usable, underscoring the necessity for daily conservation efforts in agriculture, healthcare, and personal consumption.

According to the recommendations of the Indian Council of Medical Research, men should drink about 3 litres of water and women 2.2 to 2.5 litres of water daily.

Robin Singh, a resident of Pibroli Khadiya village, Sagarnagar, Etawah district, Uttar Pradesh, started the awareness campaign called 'Jana Jana Se Jala Sampath Tanhir Bechu' at Pippanwalsai, the source of the Ganga, on November 11.

Robin Singh reached Rameswaram yesterday evening after walking 3375.35 km, spanning across 107 days and 9 states, including Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Singh, who was campaigning for water awareness along the way, was given a rousing welcome by garlanding him near Rameswaram Ramatheertham, led by Ajithkumar Dasputre and Saratha couple, who garlanded him.

After staying in Rameswaram for 4 days and campaigning for awareness about the need for water, Robin Singh said that on March 1, he will perform Gangabhishekam at the Ramanathaswamy temple to pray for abundant rainfall and water availability in the country without any shortage.

He said, "Water is needed not only for drinking, but also for daily household chores such as agriculture, electricity generation, bathing, and washing. As groundwater is currently depleting, it is necessary to save water for future generations through rainwater harvesting, water recycling, and economical use. Life cannot be lived without water. Therefore, to create awareness among the people of the country that water should not be wasted, but used responsibly, and that this rare treasure of nature should be protected."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Respect to Robin Singh ji! This is true activism. While governments plan big projects, the real change begins with us. In Rajasthan, we know the value of water better than anyone. My grandmother still teaches us methods to conserve every bucket. We need to revive such traditional wisdom.
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Aman W
The dedication is inspiring, but I hope the message reaches beyond just the people who already care. The biggest water wasters are often in urban areas and certain water-intensive industries. Awareness walks are good, but we need stricter policy enforcement on groundwater extraction and industrial usage.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Chennai for work, the water situation here is an eye-opener. This yatra ending in Rameswaram is symbolic. Conservation isn't just a rural issue. Every metro city is heading for a crisis. Time to fix those leaking taps!
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Karthik V
From Gangotri to Rameswaram! 🇮🇳 This connects the country in a beautiful way. His point about water for agriculture is crucial. Our farmers are the most affected by water scarcity. Subsidies for drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting for farms should be a national priority. Jai Jal Shakti!
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Meera T
Fantastic initiative. But let's be honest, how many of us will actually change our habits? We read such articles and move on. We need constant reminders - maybe in schools, TV serials, and social media challenges. Saving water needs to become a trend, not just a one-time news item.

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