Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday launched a statewide rainwater harvesting awareness campaign in Chennai, alongside the unveiling of the 'Thuli' (Drop) emblem, The Hindu reported.
Source: The Hindu
The campaign, themed “Every drop of water is our future,” aims to encourage households and institutions to conserve rainwater and strengthen water security ahead of the northeast monsoon, according to The Hindu's coverage of the launch. Nation Press also reported the launch of the 'Thuli' rainwater harvesting awareness drive by the Chief Minister on Wednesday.
Source: Nation Press
Households and institutions are being urged to conserve rainwater, maintain existing rainwater harvesting systems, and take part more widely in water conservation across Tamil Nadu, as the state heads into the northeast monsoon season.
The launch comes as parts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, are receiving heavy northeast monsoon rain, with district administrations closing schools in several northern districts this week because of the weather.
What is solid
- Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched a statewide rainwater harvesting awareness campaign in Chennai on Wednesday, The Hindu and Nation Press reported.
- The campaign carries the 'Thuli' (Drop) emblem and the theme “Every drop of water is our future.”
- The drive aims to encourage households and institutions to conserve rainwater and maintain harvesting systems ahead of the northeast monsoon.