Patna, April 7 -- Bihar Agriculture Minister Ramkripal Yadav Tuesday warned that failure to prioritize water conservation could lead to serious conflicts in the future, stating that "the next battle may be fought over water" if timely action is not taken.

Addressing the state-level Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Diwas programme under the Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Mission, Yadav emphasised that the occasion reflects the state's commitment to environmental protection and water conservation. He said the campaign highlights the deep interconnection between water, life and greenery, urging people to understand and preserve this balance.

Water is the foundation of life. Without it, existence is unimaginable. However, rapid population growth, unplanned urbanisat...