The introduction of a rational water-pricing policy to be monitored by an independent body Cut subsidy on power, which encourage farmers to sink more electric tube wells, thus lowering the groundwater level Punitive restrictions on the misuse of water Less government participation in water management and more in regulating groundwater withdrawals, both collective and individual Massive awareness campaign to conserve water and promote its judicious use Encourage widespread rain-harvesting by involving communities both in urban and rural areas