Drought and the use of water

Drought and the use of water

From Media Indonesia

Currently, there are several regions in the country that have
been hit by drought causing rice fields, wells and even
reservoirs to dry up. One of the main causes, besides the long
dry season, is deforestation. It reduces the land's ability to
absorb and store water.

Many intellectuals regard water as a symbol of the country's
prosperity, yet not all people realize its importance. It is the
natural wealth most blessed by God for mankind, but a great
abundance of it is being wasted every day.

The efficient use of water should be given priority in
national development planning because it also brings prosperity
to the country.

YULIA HERTENSIA

Jakarta