The EditorGuhla Cheeka, March-22 Water covers 70% of the Earth’s surface, yet only 1% of it is suitable for drinking. Highlighting this crucial fact, Professor Raja Singh Jhinjer, a patron member of the Indian Human Rights and Crime Control Bureau, addressed students at the Government Senior Secondary School, Harigarh Kingan. He emphasized that water is a precious resource essential for the survival of humanity, and its conservation is vital for securing the future.
Jhinjer pointed out that a person requires an average of 250 to 400 liters of water daily, including 2 to 3 liters of potable drinking water. He expressed concern over the rapid depletion of freshwater sources due to increasing water and air pollution. Administering a water conservation pledge to students and staff, he stressed that students play a crucial role in spreading awareness about water conservation.
School Principal Dr. Veermati Sida highlighted that 25% of the population lacks access to clean drinking water, leading to 6% of deaths due to water scarcity. She called for urgent attention to industrial wastewater, global warming, groundwater conservation, and preventing water wastage.
Head Teacher Mohinder Singh raised concerns about rising temperatures and underscored the need for tree plantation and efficient groundwater management. Mahendra Singh Sida suggested reusing wastewater from household RO systems for cleaning utensils and washing clothes.
The event also featured a water conservation quiz competition organized by NHRCB, where 10 students showcased their knowledge and awareness.
The program was attended by faculty members, including Taranjeet Kaur, Chandrabhan Verma, Pritam Das, Gaurav Singla, Satish Kumar, Jyoti Mehta, Dharam Singh, Meenakshi Mehta, DP Somveer, Kamlesh Rani, Anju Rani, Vimla Sharma, Devendra, Balkar Singh, Anil Kumar, and Dilbagh Singh.
