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River is dying
2023-04-30
- Classification
- Photograph
- Museum
- Wikimedia Commons
- Rights
- CC BY-SA 4.0, as the museum states it.
- Who can see it
- Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed
About this work
Climate Change, Deforestation, Upstream Dams and Diversion, Urbanization, Population Pressure are the most acute reason behind the dying situation of a mighty river like Padma. Changes in weather patterns and shifting precipitation regimes have led to reduced rainfall and altered river flow. These changes disrupt the natural balance of water in the river. Unregulated deforestation along the river basin has resulted in soil erosion, siltation, and reduced groundwater recharge. This, in turn, impacts the river's ability to maintain a healthy water flow. Construction of dams and diversion of water for various purposes upstream significantly reduces the water reaching downstream areas, including the Padma River. The gradual drying of the Padma River carries several grave consequences like Ecological Impact, Environmental Degradation, Agricultural Disruption, Water Scarcity, Economic Fallout and many others. Reduced water flow disrupts the river's ecosystems, affecting aquatic life, wetlands, and biodiversity. Farmers who rely on the river for irrigation face challenges, leading to decreased agricultural productivity. As the river's water levels drop, it directly impacts the…
