Groundwater extraction hits 212.77% of limit in Gurugram; borewell ban proposed before High Court

Gurugram's groundwater extraction has surged to 212.77% of the permitted limit, prompting environmental activist Sunil Singh to propose a complete ban on groundwater extraction before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The case, ongoing for nearly two decades, now includes the restoration of water bodies and judicial oversight for groundwater management.

Singh's proposals aim to address the "grim" situation of groundwater depletion, which has plummeted to 40-50 meters in many areas. The High Court has urged authorities to thoroughly examine the issue and suggest measures to alleviate the crisis, emphasizing the importance of preserving groundwater for future generations.