California is facing a renewed water crisis, despite having experienced record snowfall just months ago. Experts warn that much of the snowmelt has not effectively translated into long-term reservoir storage due to rapid temperature increases and poor infrastructure.
The state is now turning to emergency groundwater usage, drawing comparisons to similar challenges in South Asian agricultural belts like Punjab (India) and northwest Bangladesh, where groundwater depletion is a recurring issue.
The situation has prompted discussions about long-term water management, sustainable irrigation, and investment in climate-resilient infrastructure, which are relevant lessons for developing nations.
