As we completed our visit
to Allure Avani, we were taken to the next site. We visited Sandeep Vihar
apartments in Kannamangala, Bengaluru, to gain insights into their
water management challenges and potential solutions. We were first introduced
to Mr. Navneeth Rao, a retired colonel and resident of Sandeep Vihar
apartments. He gave a brief insight about the site and its water related issues
followed by giving us a tour of the apartment.
Biome Water team with Sandeep Vihar residents
Sandeep Vihar Apartments have a significant daily water consumption of 4.5 lakh liters. Previously, the site had a direct connection to the Kaveri River, supplying water four times a week, ensuring that the sumps within the site remained full. However, this dependency shifted dramatically when the Kaveri Basin went dry, forcing the community to heavily rely on water tankers.
Initially,
the site used 7-8 tankers, but the drying up of Kaveri Basin has increased this
reliance up to 35 tankers per day. This situation underscores the urgent need
for sustainable water management practices.
The
site has 19 bore wells out of which only 5 are operational, while rest are
dried up. The limited focus maintaining and utilizing bore wells has increased
the issue of water scarcity. To address this, a proposal has been planned by the
Biome Water team to incorporate recharge wells near the existing bore wells
that still yield water. This approach aims to replenish the groundwater and
make the bore wells more reliable over time.
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Biome Team marking the locations of RWH pits |
Mr.
Navneeth Rao advocates for a gradual implementation of these solutions. He emphasizes
considering the diverse opinions of the residents regarding water usage and
management, preferring a slow and steady approach to see better, long term
results. After finishing the tour of the apartment, we were taken back to the
lobby area and were served with delicious samosas and tea. We also had a general
talk with him regarding Indian water systems and the mindset of Indian people.
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Mr. Navneeth Rao taking us through the site |
In
conclusion, our visit here was an eye opening experience, highlighting the
critical need for sustainable water management in urban settings. This visit
also reinforced the value of community involvement and thoughtful planning in
addressing water scarcity issues, ensuring a more sustainable future for Sandeep
Vihar.
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