Water crisis in Devakottai villages forces residents to sell livestock
Residents of two villages in the Sivaganga district are facing a severe water crisis due to drought and brackish groundwater. The lack of potable water has forced families to sell their livestock, impacting their primary source of income.
Why it matters
It underscores the failure of rural water infrastructure projects like the Jal Jeevan Mission to provide promised relief to drought-stricken communities.
Residents in two villages near Devakottai are facing a critical crisis, struggling daily to secure enough water for drinking and basic survival.
The article focuses on the lived experience of residents and their grievances regarding government service delivery.
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