Adopt cultivation of less water-intensive crops like millets
Participate in recharge of rural water bodies through the Amrit Sarovar Scheme
Practice crop diversification. Move from rice & wheat cultivation to pulse & oilseed cropping system
Use efficient water-saving technologies like micro-irrigation, bunding, laser levelling, farm ponds etc.
Create rainwater harvesting infrastructure in homes, schools and offices
Use drip irrigation systems created with waste materials wherever possible
Reuse water from washed vegetables to water plants and other purposes
Pre-soak heavy pots and pans before washing them
Do not discard unused stored water when fresh water comes in taps
Use buckets instead of hose pipes to water plants, floors or vehicles
Fix leaks in flushes, taps and water pipes
Use water-efficient fixtures for taps, showerheads and toilet flush units
Install a water meter to measure household water consumption regularly
Reuse water drained from AC or RO for cleaning utensils or watering plants
Prefer a water purification system that wastes less water
Turn off running taps when not in active use
