8th India Water Week 2024 Concludes with Key Insights

The Valedictory Session of the 8th India Water Week (IWW) 2024 took place in New Delhi, chaired by Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Paatil, with Minister of State, Dr. Raj Bhushan Choudhary, also in attendance. The event, organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, focused on addressing India’s pressing water challenges through collaborative efforts. In his valedictory address, Shri Paatil praised the participation of experts from across the globe and India, while acknowledging the Ministry’s dedicated team for organizing the event. He expressed confidence that the outcomes of the discussions would help tackle the country’s unique water issues through innovation and cooperation. Shri Rakesh Kumar Verma, Additional Secretary of the Ministry, provided an overview of the 8th IWW, highlighting key recommendations across various areas including water security, integrated water resources management, climate resilience, groundwater sustainability, and disaster management. These talks highlighted the need for collaboration, new approaches for infrastructure and sustainability in the water sector. During the meeting, Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) Bhu-neer portal for groundwater management was launched and important documents such as National Register of Irrigation Projects were published. Large and Medium, India Assessment.

Water resources, and a summary of water resources. In addition, a coffee table book on the Heliburn Review was launched by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). Awards were presented in four categories: CWPRS, Pune, named Best Central Ministry/Organization; Kerala got the award for the best state. Ion Exchange India Ltd. recognized as the best in the industry. and Blueverse India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, won the Best Startup Award. The event, inaugurated by the President of India on September 17, continued to show enthusiasm among the participants on the third day. One of the highlights of the day was the Water Leadership Conference, which hosted events on partnerships for fresh water and flood control. Sustainable use of industrial water and climate conditions. In addition, water management, disaster management and infrastructure challenges were discussed in seven sessions of the water conference. The Water Technology Innovation Summit showcased 9 startups and showcased innovative solutions to the water sector’s biggest challenges. With more than 143 exhibitors spread over 4,800 square meters, this exhibition is an exciting event for the participants. With different perspectives and innovative ideas, the conference was successful and laid the foundation for the development of water management practices.

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