Challenges of the Thar

• Why is temperature a challenge in the Thar Desert?

  Temperatures can exceed 50°C in the summer months. It’s hard for people to farm, work in mines or as tourist guides in this heat, slowing development
• Why is water supply a challenge in the Thar Desert?

  Less than 250mm of rainfall per year so water must be used sensibly and sustainably
• Why is accessibility a challenge in the Thar Desert?

  The desert is 200,000 sq km. Beyond the city of Jaisalmer, development is limited. Tarmacs melt which limits transport