Scientist’s Bengaluru Home Runs on Rainwater for 28 Years: A Model of Sustainability

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: February 15, 2026 03:33

Bengaluru scientist A.R. Shivakumar has lived without paying a water bill for 28 years, thanks to a self-designed rainwater harvesting system at his home, Sourabha. Using rainfall data and smart storage methods, his model demonstrates how urban households can achieve year-round water self-sufficiency, addressing India’s looming water crisis.

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