Who is ‘stealing’ Bali’s water? How tourism siphoned off a prized resource

Farmers in Bali are increasingly facing water shortages, particularly during the dry season, as tourism growth has put a significant strain on the island's precious water resources. Long-standing traditional practices of water management are being overshadowed by the demands of a booming tourist industry. This shift not only threatens local agriculture, especially rice farming, but also raises concerns about the sustainability of Bali's famed eco-friendly image. The situation underscores broader issues of resource management in areas where tourism and local needs clash.