Rain harvesting brings parched tanks back to life in Annamayya district

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Rain harvesting efforts have revitalized tanks in Annamayya district, India, after three days of modest rain despite rainfall being 57% below normal. Restoration of feeder channels and supply canals under the Jaladhara programme is improving groundwater recharge prospects.

Three days of modest rain have brought fresh inflows into tanks across Annamayya district, where rainfall is 57% below normal. Officials say restored feeder channels, supply canals and stream linkages under the Jaladhara programme are helping direct rainwater to water bodies and improve prospects for groundwater recharge