Mercy For Animals Demonstrated the Adverse Impact of Meat Consumption on Water Use, Advocating for a Plant-Based Diet and Urging the Public to ‘Save Water by Choosing Vegan.’
Raipur, India (March 20, 2025) — Ahead of World Water Day, Mercy For Animals staged a powerful visual protest to raise awareness about the staggering water footprint of meat production at Marine Drive, Telibandha Lake, Raipur. Two activists, submerged in water tanks, wore symbolic costumes: one as a chicken, representing the immense amount of water consumed to produce meat, and the other as a pea, highlighting the lower water footprint of plant-based foods.
Volunteers stood with placards that read “producing 1kg of meat requires approximately 8,000 liters of water, while 1kg of vegetables demands a mere 322 liters.” This disparity highlights the environmental impact of our dietary choices and the urgent need for a shift towards more sustainable food systems.
“The water crisis is a global emergency, and the way we eat plays a critical role,” said Kushal Samaddar, organising coordinator at Mercy For Animals India. “We urge people to consider switching to a plant-based diet to build a sustainable future for all.”
Farms that raise animals for food consume vast amounts of fresh water for raising, feeding, and slaughtering animals, making animal agriculture responsible for nearly 20% of global fresh water usage. Switching to plant-based diets could reduce an individual’s food-related water use by up to 50%.
Mercy For Animals urges the public to consider the environmental consequences of their dietary choices and embrace plant-based options to reduce their water footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
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About Mercy For Animals
Mercy For Animals India is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the suffering and cruelty endured by animals raised for food and promoting a transition to plant-based eating. With filmstars like John Abraham, Sonakshi Sinha, Daksha Nagarkar and Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik as brand ambassadors, Mercy For Animals uses legal advocacy, corporate campaigns, movement building, and public engagement to create a future in which animals are respected, protected, and free. With over 800 volunteers pan-India, Mercy For Animals is committed to achieving meaningful change for animals across the country. For more information, please visit MercyForAnimals.in.
