Harvesting

Water will be purified by passing through various layers of rock sand and coal and will be passed to open well through a pipe

Shivakumar believes that there is no substitute for rain water as it is the purest form of water and tapping it with right technology will be an  answer during harsh summer in coming years

The concept of water conservation is perhaps as old as human civilisation itself. Our ancestors used various methods to ensure the supply of fresh water throughout the year. These ancient practices helped preserve as much water as possible during rainfall ensuring availability of pure water. 
 

Water harvesting techniques of different regions reflect the cultural uniqueness and geographical peculiarity of the area. Here is a brief account of six unique rain water conservation systems in Kerala.