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Rain water harvesting is a technique which is used for the purpose of future use (such as agriculture etc.) It is a process of storing and collecting rain water by using different means of different resources. Rain water can be collected in natural reservoirs or artificial tanks. Another way is to collect surface water infiltration from the subsurface aquifer rock layer before it is depleted by the surface being filled to the brim. Rooftop water harvesting is also a way of collecting rainwater. These methods are very important for people living in areas with less rainfall. Even in the absence of regular water supply, they can continue cultivating seasonal crops with rain water. Whenever it rains, the rain water can be stored in a man-made pond or tank
Rainwater harvesting refers to the process where rainwater is gradually collected and stored, so that it can be used for agricultural, commercial or domestic purposes. The importance of development of rain water harvesting system is briefly given below:
The collected rain water can be used for agricultural purposes. Environment can be helped to get rid of the tendency of drought
Water requirements can be met for feeding live stock
The increasing demand for water can be satisfied.
The amount of underground water may increase.
The wastage of water flowing due to drains, gutters, or any water can be stopped and any kind of water loss can be prevented.
Water ingress on roads and streets can be checked and flooding of areas can be avoided.
The amount of water can be increased and soil erosion can be checked.
What is rainwater harvesting?
The process of collecting this water after rainfall for use for productive purposes is called rainwater harvesting. In other words, the work of collecting the rainwater falling on your roof in a normal way and purifying it is called rainwater harvesting.
Need
Today the scarcity of good quality water has become a cause of concern. Although pure and good quality rainwater gets washed away soon. But if it is collected then control over the water crisis can be found. Looking at the present water crisis, this is the only option left by which we can get the solution of water crisis.
suitable place
Generally, rainwater harvesting can be done anywhere, but for this those places are very suitable where the flow of water is fast and rainwater flows away quickly. In this way, rainwater harvesting is most suitable for the following places: 1. Places with low ground water, 2. Places with contaminated ground water, 3. Mountainous/odd water places, 4. Drought or flood affected places, 5. Places with polluted water. , 6. Places with low population density, 7. Places with more minerals and saline water, and 8. Places with expensive water and electricity,
Use
Generally, rain water is pure water and it can be used for all works, however, its use is suitable for the following works: 1. Cleaning of utensils, 2. Bathing and washing clothes, 3. defecation etc., 4. 1. For irrigation, 5. For drinking, bathing etc. of cattle, and 6. Industrial work, after checking the quality of rain water, if it is found suitable then it can be used for drinking water and cooking.
Benefit
The solution to the problem of worldwide water crisis is possible through this method. Only then our present and future will be safe. One advantage of this method is that the water that goes inside the ground will be used by our family/society only. In rainwater harvesting, only rainwater is stored and later it is also used. There are many direct and indirect benefits of this technology, which are as follows: 1. Less dependence on ground water/government water supply, 2. Agriculture work is also possible where there is no water source, 3. Self-reliance in the field of water, 4. High quality and Attainment of chemical-free pure water, 5. Minimum cost of water supply, 6. Soil erosion is minimized by controlling flood velocity, 7. Adequate water availability to all, 8. Falling ground water level can be raised, 9. It works as the main source of water, 10. This water is free from all kinds of deadly salts etc. 11. In densely populated areas, rain water flowing from the roofs into the drains creates filth whereas by storing it, one can get rid of this problem. 12. Evaporation of water stored inside the ground does not happen, so there is less possibility of water getting exhausted. 13. The intensity of salts in the water accumulated inside the ground remains low. 14. There is no dependence on other sources.
rainwater harvesting measures
The following measures can be taken to store rainwater. Through these measures, the water level falling inside the ground can be raised.
1. Directly in the ground: Under this method rainwater is discharged directly into the ground water reservoir through a pit.
2. Recharging by making trenches: By this method, in the premises of large institutes, along with the boundary wall, big drains (recharge trenches) are made and the water is lowered into the ground. This water percolates down into the ground and helps in maintaining the balance in the water table.
3. Pumping water into wells: Rainwater is pumped from the roof top of the houses through pipes into the house or a nearby well. In this way, not only the well is recharged, but the water from the well also goes underground. This water raises the ground water level inside the ground.
4. Draining water into tubewells: Rain water is collected on the roof of buildings and discharged directly into tubewells through a pipe. In this, it becomes necessary to install a filter between the pipe connecting the tubewell to the roof. Due to this, the water of the tubewell always remains the same.
5. Tank storage: Apart from recharging the ground water reservoir, rainwater can be stored in the tank to meet our daily needs. With this method, rain water can be used for a long time.
other easy steps
In the rainy season, rain water can be pumped into the ground through handpumps, borewells or wells. There are following two methods of rainwater harvesting: 1. Draining roof rainwater directly into the ground through a pit or trench, 2. Collecting roof water in a tank and using it directly. This method is very suitable for small houses with a roof of one thousand square feet.
In a rainy season, about one lakh liters of water can be lowered into the ground from the small terrace. For this, first of all, a pit has to be made 3 to 5 feet wide and 5 to 10 feet deep in the ground. Water from the roof is lowered into this pit through a pipe. After digging, coarse stones (pebbles) are put in the bottom of this pit, medium sized stones (cobbles) in the middle and fine sand or gravel at the top. This method is the easiest method to filter water. This system acts as a filter.
how to save water
2. Close the tap tightly after using the water.
3. Do not leave the tap running while brushing teeth, washing dishes and clothes. Open the tap only as needed.
4. In case of leaking tap, call the mechanic immediately and get it fixed.
5. Use a washing machine that saves water.
6. In case of water remaining in the bucket or bottle, instead of throwing it, put it in the plants.
7. After washing fruits or vegetables, pour that water in the beds and plants
Author :
*Savita Kumari, **Huma Naz and *Manju Mehta, *Seema Shah
*Department Of Family Resource Management, College Of Home Science, CCSHAU, Hisar
**Department of DAC, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of , Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi
English Summary: Rain Water Harvesting Published on: 13 June 2018, 02:33 IST