An Indian initiative to preserve vanishing groundwater by delaying the annual sowing of rice has led to a dramatic worsening of air pollution in New Delhi and the surrounding region.
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Ok this is a really interesting article but what I am most excited about is the fact that when I clicked on the link it just took me there- recognizing my subscription! I HATED that on Twitter- the seeing an interesting headline then having to go SEARCH for it on the WaPo page.
Protecting groundwater is crucial, but this policy's unintended air pollution consequences highlight the need for holistic solutions. Let's explore alternative methods for sustainable water management that don't worsen air quality.
Foolish choices are acts of desperation...the government needs to be honest with the people, and the people need to accept less than favorable choices also.
Stubble burning began in the 1980s when the Indian government offered loans to boost yields. However, fixed pricing since the '90s and rising costs for inputs left farmers in debt, pressuring them to sow crops faster; worsening both the debt and environmental crisis. It's purely bad governance.
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