Residents Across India, Laos Face Severe Water Shortages

Residents across multiple regions in India and Laos are facing acute water shortages, prompting protests and calls for immediate government action. In Kerala's Ernakulam District Jail, inmates are limited to water supply every four days, leading the State Human Rights Commission to demand urgent measures from the Kerala Water Authority. Similarly, in Malda, West Bengal, residents blocked roads to protest a lack of water supply, resulting in assurances from officials that connections would be provided soon. In Mangaluru, locals have submitted complaints regarding inadequate drinking water access, particularly at a local Anganwadi Centre, while residents in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are struggling with insufficient water supply, resorting to costly private tankers. Affected individuals in Vientiane, Laos, expressed frustration over ongoing water supply issues exacerbated by high consumption and infrastructural shortcomings. These incidents highlight a growing crisis as communities demand improved water management and infrastructure from local governments.