Often Parched, India Struggles to Tap the Monsoon.

Authors :: Sengupta, Somini
Source :: New York Times. 10/1/2006, Vol. 156 Issue 53719, Section 1 p1-10. 2p. 4 Black and White Photographs, 2 Maps.
Publication Year :: 2006
Abstract: The author focuses on the social and economic impact of monsoons in India. Details related to the recent flooding in Surat, India are reviewed. The author reviews how parts of the country are crippled by annual floods while other regions remained parched by drought. Statistics related to the country's annual rainfall are reviewed. The author discusses how India can better harness it's rainfall for use in its development. INSET: The Debate: Water Management, Water Fees and Conservation.