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Water Scarcity: A Daily Trek for Village Women
11 May
Summary
- Women and girls trek 6-8 km for water when local sources dry up.
- The journey through steep terrain takes approximately four hours.
- Children bear the burden of water collection in a water-rich area.
In the Adivasi village of Dapurmal, the daily task of fetching water has become a significant expedition. Perched above the Upper Vaitarna Dam, the village faces a severe water shortage each summer as its rainwater sources dry up.
Women and young girls are compelled to undertake a challenging journey of 6-8 kilometers through rugged, steep terrain. This demanding trek takes approximately four hours, beginning at dawn and concluding with an exhausting climb back home.
The images captured depict the harsh reality faced by these individuals, particularly the young girls who bear a substantial part of this daily burden. Their struggle underscores the critical issue of water scarcity, even in areas surrounded by abundant water resources.
