Nagaland NewsAwareness on rain water harvesting

Awareness on rain water harvesting

DIMAPUR: Awareness programme on “Catch the Rain” under Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidar (JSJB) campaign was held at Bhandari town organised by the Bhandari town Council at summer house-cum-guest house on July 24, 2026.
According to DIPR, the programme was chaired by Likao Odyuo, deputy chairman, BTC and the welcome address was delivered by Khonthungia Odyuo, chairman BTC. During the programme the resource persons, EAC Bhandari, Kilangtemsu and Er, K. Hukato Shohe, SDO (PHED) Bhandari highlighted the importance of rain water harvesting, protection of water bodies, and efficient use of water resources.
“Why should we catch the rain and how to prevent water shortage by storing water during dry seasons” were discussed during the program. Participants were urged to contribute towards water conservation. The vote of thanks was proposed by Khosathung Tsapoe, Councillor BTC, Chanka Ward.

EDITOR PICKS

Dimapur’s poor drainage system

Monsoon rains have become a recurring problem for Dimapur’s residents. Even a short spell of heavy rain is enough to flood large parts of the city, exposing once again the serious weakness of its drainage and flood management systems. Low lying area...