More than 5.23 lakh hectares of wheat crop were affected by untimely rain, hailstorm, and strong winds in three states, raising concerns about significant output losses and harvesting difficulties for farmers.

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According to a PTI report, around 5.23 lakh hectare of wheat crop is estimated to have been damaged in three states -- Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh -- due to the inclement weather.

Farmers in the Moga district have been instructed to dig trenches in order to prevent waterlogging in the fields due to the recents rains, according to a report. 

For ages, people have used rainwater harvesting to collect and store rainwater for later use. There is a global water crisis as a result of rising water consumption, dwindling groundwater supplies, and the negative effects of climate change. 

Rainwater collection has the potential to be a long-term answer to this problem. To make it more effective, efficient, and sustainable, it is necessary to come up with creative solutions.

In the modern era, rainwater collecting needs to be rethought in order to be more effective and efficient, as well as to be adjusted to the present environmental, economic, and social difficulties we face.

Gurmit Singh Arora, national president of Indian Plumbing Association recommended using sensors and data analytics to optimize the collection and use of rainwater.

"Rainwater harvesting systems can be designed to serve multiple functions, such as providing irrigation water for landscaping or serving as a source of water for fire-fighting. This can increase the overall value of the system and make it more attractive to homeowners, businesses, and municipalities," Arora added.

We can build more resilient and sustainable urban environments by incorporating rainwater collection technologies into green infrastructure.

In Uttar Pradesh, over 35,000 hectare of wheat crop has been damaged by the recent untimely rains, according to the information provided by the office of Relief Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh.

Rainwater harvesting can help solve a lot of these issues. Rainwater harvesting can be an effective method for recharging aquifers, especially in areas that receive high rainfall but lack proper storage facilities. It can also help prevent flooding and erosion, and improve soil moisture content.

The rainwater is collected and allowed to seep into the ground, which helps recharge the aquifers. This process not only helps increase the water table but also reduces the demand for freshwater resources.

Gurmit Singh Arora noted that the economic incentives, such as tax rebates or subsidies, can be used to encourage the adoption of rainwater harvesting systems.

He explained further that "Rainwater harvesting systems can be used to build community engagement and awareness around water issues. By involving the community in the design, implementation, and maintenance of rainwater harvesting systems, we can create a sense of ownership and pride in the system, and increase the likelihood of its long-term success."

In general, there are various approaches to reinvent rainwater harvesting and modernise it. 

We can build more robust and sustainable water systems that are beneficial to everyone by utilising smart technology, including rainwater harvesting into green infrastructure, involving the community, and offering financial incentives.

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