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Shift in Focus: Sector redirects attention from expansion to better service delivery and efficiency

September 10, 2026

India’s water and wastewater sector is moving beyond the traditional build-out phase towards a more performance-driven model of infrastructure management. Over the past year, this shift has become more visible across policy formulation, programme regulation […]

Mapping Progress: Key developments in the water and wastewater sector

September 10, 2026

The water and wastewater sector saw strong public funding and policy support, with flagship programmes expanding water supply, wastewater treatment and desalination capacities. Under Union Budget 2026-27, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs received […]

Views of C.R. Patil: “JJM has transformed rural access to drinking water”

September 10, 2026

India’s water management priorities have evolved significantly in recent years, with the formation of the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) marking a transformative step towards a more integrated and coordinated approach to water governance. The […]

Views of Archana Varma: “The scale of water conservation efforts has increased significantly in recent years”

September 10, 2026

Water is fundamental to life, and ensuring its availability for future generations remains a national priority. With this objective, the Government of India established the National Water Mission (NWM) under the National Action Plan on […]

Building Resource Efficiency: Government prioritises treated water recycling and reuse

September 10, 2026

India’s water and wastewater sector is moving beyond asset creation towards a more integrated approach focused on efficiency, reuse and sustainability. Utilities are expanding treatment infrastructure, adopting digital technologies and strengthening operations to reduce losses […]

Key Statistics: Progress in water supply projects under key government programmes

September 10, 2026

Key Statistics: Progress in used water management under key government programmes

September 10, 2026

Shifting Currents: Towards smart, sustainable and integrated water systems

June 4, 2026

India’s per capita water availability has declined from around 1,800 cubic metres in 2001 to nearly 1,400 cubic metres in 2025, and is projected to decline further to 1,200 cubic metres by 2050. At the […]

Circular Approach: Recycling and reuse potential of wastewater and sludge

June 4, 2026

By Rohit Kakkar, Deputy Adviser, Public Health and Environmental Engineering, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs India’s urban water management framework has undergone a major shift, with an increasing emphasis on wastewater treatment, reuse and […]

Project Delivery Strategies: Growing focus on responsive and solution-oriented design and execution

June 4, 2026

Rising urbanisation, increasing investments and the growing adoption of advanced project delivery models are driving the growth of the water sector. As projects become larger and more operationally intensive, the sector is witnessing a parallel […]

Resource Efficiency: Pivoting towards wastewater recovery

June 4, 2026

India’s industrial wastewater management landscape is undergoing a significant transformation from a disposal-driven approach to one centred on recovery, reuse and resource efficiency. As water stress intensifies and sustainability-based commitments become urgent, wastewater is increasingly […]

Modernising Systems: ULB initiatives to strengthen water networks

June 4, 2026

India’s urban water and wastewater sector is being rapidly expanded through infrastructure modernisation, digitalisation and sustainability-focused initiatives. Urban local bodies (ULBs) are playing an increasingly important role in strengthening these systems and taking proactive steps […]

Investment Pathways: Funding mechanisms to enable water sector transformation

June 4, 2026

By Kiran Avadhanula, Senior Sector Specialist, Sustainable Urban Development, KfW The water sector in India is currently at a critical juncture, with the urban population projected to grow from the current 500 million to 900 […]

Rethinking Resource Management: Ensuring holistic water sector development

June 4, 2026

By Padma Priya J., Partner and Urban Infrastructure Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP The water sector in India has evolved through multiple transitions ever since it was granted infrastructure status. The priorities of the sector, […]

Reform Measures: Key government initiatives to build water infrastructure resilience

June 4, 2026

India’s water sector is at a critical juncture, influenced by rising urbanisation, increasing demand, climate variability and growing stress on existing water resources. In this scenario, policy interventions are central to building a resilient water […]

Key Statistics: Status of sewage and effluent treatment

June 4, 2026

Closing the Gap: Reducing non-revenue water critical to improving ULB finances

April 8, 2026

The water sector is at a critical juncture, witnessing large investments, policy reforms and infrastructure upgrades aimed at strengthening water security and long-term sustainability. However, urban distribution systems continue to face significant challenges, including leakages, […]

Views of Guillaume Dourdin: “Water will soon be too valuable to use only once”

February 5, 2026

With a legacy dating back to 1853, Veolia, globally regarded as a leader in environmental solutions, has steadily expanded its footprint in India over the past 25 years. Starting with a pilot 24×7 water supply […]

Systemic Shift: India’s wastewater sector moves from building assets to unlocking resource value

January 9, 2026

India’s sewage and wastewater sector is at an inflection point, where the focus is shifting from expanding sanitation infrastructure to managing wastewater as a strategic water resource. Urban India generates over 52,000 million litres per […]

Advancing Circularity: Municipal and industrial wastewater management initiatives

January 9, 2026

India’s wastewater management landscape is undergoing a decisive transformation as rapid urbanisation and industrial expansion place mounting pressure on freshwater resources. This has made effective wastewater treatment and reuse an urgent national priority. Wastewater is […]