A visual comparison of water resources in DZONGU and GANGTOK through a montage of visuals

• Water: Giver of life and livelihood

• Water for rich biodiversity

Sources of water in Dzongu

• Sources of water in Gangtok

Utilisation of water in Dzongu

• Source of livelihood   • Easy accessibility of potable drinking water

• Perennial source of water from streams and rivulets  • Supports biodiversity

Utilisation of water in Gangtok

• Ease of accessibility differs: Have and Have-nots • Dependence on concrete infrastructure to facilitate water supply

• Drying up or unusability of natural sources of water may or may not support biodiversity

How do we envision our future?

• Holistic approach towards water conservation

• Appropriate planning for infrastructure development surrounding water bodies

• Integration of cultural ideals of local communities with conservation planning

Name: Pema Yangden Lepcha

Age: 25, Female

Place: Sangdong, Dzongu, North Sikkim