Holding their ground : Vasaikars push back against the burial of their ponds
Vasai's traditional water system, its ancient ponds called bavkhals, is systematically disappearing as land values soar. These vital waterbodies, crucial for groundwater recharge and local supply, are being illegally reclaimed and built upon, leading to increased water scarcity and environmental degradation.
Vasai's traditional water system, its ancient ponds called bavkhals, is systematically disappearing as land values soar. These vital waterbodies, crucial for groundwater recharge and local supply, are being illegally reclaimed and built upon, leading to increased water scarcity and environmental degradation.
