How R. Pudupattinam residents source fresh water from the seashore

By The Hindu

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In Tamil Nadu's coastal village of R. Pudhupattinam near Mimisal, residents have relied on freshwater collected from hand-dug pits on the beach for generations. Despite living beside the sea, the fishing community walks kilometres every day to fetch naturally filtered water, which they believe is healthier and better for cooking. However, growing concerns over littering, water quality and poor infrastructure threaten this centuries-old tradition. Here's the story of a unique water source that reflects the community's history, resilience and way of life. Thank you for watching our video! You can subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that s

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