The depletion of groundwater is deepening rural inequality, particularly affecting small farmers who cannot afford deep borewells. Ecological collapse is accelerating, with saline intrusion in coastal areas and chemical contamination of water sources posing severe public health risks. Additionally, the agricultural sector, which relies heavily on groundwater for irrigation, faces significant challenges, threatening food security and economic stability. Urban areas are also at risk of land subsidence and increased flood vulnerabilities due to damaged infrastructure and reduced groundwater levels.