Harnessing Climate-Tech Could Make Indian Agriculture Water-Positive

Indian farmers are facing acute water stress due to overdependence on groundwater and lack of water conservation measures. This is impacting agricultural output and livelihoods of smallholder farmers. The situation is expected to worsen as India's water demand is projected to double its available supply by 2030.

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Harnessing Climate-Tech Could Make Indian Agriculture Water-Positive

Indian farmers are facing acute water stress due to over dependence on groundwater and lack of water conservation measures. This is impacting the agricultural output and livelihoods of smallholder farmers. The situation is expected to worsen as India’s water demand is projected to double its available supply by 2030.

Naren Srinivasan

Naren is Senior Manager – Product, Economic Inclusion Program (EIP) at The/Nudge Institut

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