Over 700 delegates to participate under the theme “Industry for Water”
New Delhi (thestates.news) | Observed globally on 22 March, World Water Day serves as a reminder of the critical importance of freshwater and the urgent need for sustainable water management. It highlights the growing challenges of water scarcity, climate change, and equitable access, while mobilising governments, industries, and communities worldwide to act towards securing water for present and future generations. This year’s global theme, “Water and Gender,” further underscores the need for inclusive and equitable water governance.
Reinforcing this global call to action, the Ministry of Jal Shakti will host the World Water Day Conclave 2026 on 23 March 2026 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, under the theme “Industry for Water.” The inaugural session will be held in the presence of the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C. R. Paatil, along with senior representatives from government and industry.
The Conclave highlights the growing convergence of Departments, academia, and industry towards strengthening India’s water security through a “whole-of-government” and “whole-of-society” approach. Recognizing water as a vital national resource and the primary role of States/UTs in its management, they have been encouraged to organize suitable activities to mark the occasion. Such initiatives can enhance public awareness, promote community participation, and encourage responsible water use. States/UTs may undertake awareness programmes, showcase best practices such as rainwater harvesting and reuse, engage with industries and urban local bodies to improve water-use efficiency, and promote community-led initiatives.
The conclave will serve as a national platform for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration for sustainable water management, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, startups, MSMEs, and young innovators to co-create scalable, technology-driven solutions.
Positioning industry as a key driver of water-use efficiency, recycling, reuse, and innovation, the conclave highlights a paradigm shift where industries are transitioning from water users to water stewards, adopting smarter and more sustainable practices. The event will witness participation from over 700 delegates across sectors. (s-pib)
