DMPQ-Explain the preventive measures and preparedness plan for drought mitigation

Dams/reservoirs and wetlands to store water
Improvement in agriculture through modifying cropping patterns and introducing drought-resistant varieties of crops
- Watershed management
- Water rationing
Management of rangeland with improvement of grazing patterns, introduction of feed and protection of shrubs and trees
- Cattle management
- Proper selection of crop for drought-affected areas
- Development of water resource system with improved irrigation, development of improved storage facilities, protection of surface water from evaporation and introduction of drop irrigation system
- Levelling, soil-conservation techniques
- Reducing deforestation and fire-wood cutting in the affected areas
Alternative land-use models for water sustainability
- Checking of migration and providing alternate employment
Animal husbandry activities can help in mitigation with use of improved and scientific methods
- Education and training to the people
- Participatory community programmes

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