India's reservoirs are running low—here's what's happening
India
India's big reservoirs are only about 71% full right now, which sounds better than last year but is well above the usual average.
The Central Water Commission says storage is 23.5% points above the 10-year normal.
Most regions see a dip, except the west
Most parts of India—north, south, east, and central—have less than 80% water in their reservoirs.
That's mainly because nearly all districts got barely any rain this season (just 1.9mm instead of the usual 10.6mm).
The west is doing better thanks to extra monsoon rains; their reservoirs are over 82% full.
Experts say we shouldn't expect a big improvement soon, so smart water use really matters right now.