World Water Day falls on today (22).

This year's theme is 'Glacier Conservation.'

This day is known as an annual United Nations celebration that focuses on raising awareness about the importance of water and encouraging action to address global water challenges.

It is reported that more than 2.2 billion people around the world do not have access to clean drinking water.

The World Health Organization also says that 2.3 billion people do not have access to soap and water at home.

Environmentalists noted that water pollution has increased due to various human activities, including the mixing of urban and industrial waste.

According to United Nations data, more than 3 billion people around the world get their water needs from waterways that cross national borders.

The number of countries that share rivers, lakes, and other water sources with neighboring countries is stated as 153.

Environmental organizations also say that about half of the world's population faces serious water shortages at least once a year.


(colombotimes.lk)