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The Wider Image: Thirst for clean water
A man carries buckets filled with water on the banks of the river Ganges in Allahabad, India March 4, 2016. Some 650 million people, or one in 10 of the worlds population, have no access to safe water, putting them at risk of infectious diseases and premature death. Dirty water and poor sanitation can cause severe diarrhoeal diseases in children, killing 900 under-five a day across the world, according to United Nations estimates. World Water Day, marked this year on March 22, highlights various concerns about the worlds water resources, and in 2016 is focusing on how good access to safe water can create paid work and contribute to a greener economy. REUTERS/Jitendra Prakash SEARCH " SAFE WATER" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " THE WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY - GF
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In this photo, we see a man in Allahabad, India carrying buckets filled with water on the banks of the river Ganges. The image serves as a stark reminder of the global water crisis that affects millions around the world. With approximately 650 million people lacking access to safe water, their lives are constantly at risk from infectious diseases and premature death. The devastating impact of dirty water and poor sanitation is particularly evident in children, who suffer from severe diarrheal diseases that claim the lives of 900 under-five-year-olds every day according to United Nations estimates. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for action to ensure clean water for all. World Water Day, observed annually on March 22nd, aims to shed light on various concerns surrounding our planet's precious water resources. In 2016, it specifically emphasized how good access to safe water can create employment opportunities and contribute to building a greener economy. Through Jitendra Prakash's lens, we witness both the struggle faced by individuals like this man as they carry heavy loads of water daily and also gain insight into how essential access to clean water is for communities worldwide. This powerful image compels us all to recognize our shared responsibility in addressing this pressing issue and working towards sustainable solutions that will secure a healthier future for everyone.
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