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Improving Coverage: Key developments in the water sector

September 22, 2025

India has stepped up its efforts to improve and upgrade water supply and wastewater treatment systems in response to growing water scarcity and pollution. Recognising the critical need for resilient water infrastructure, the government is […]

Views of C.R. Patil: “The water sector is going through a transformative phase”

September 22, 2025

Water is a fundamental resource for life, economic development and environmental sustainability. Recognising its critical importance, India has witnessed a transformative journey in water management over the past decade. At recent industry events, C.R. Patil, […]

Key Statistics: Funds allocated under government programmes

September 22, 2025

Water Priorities: Building a circular economy through reliability, quality and sustainability

September 22, 2025

As urbanisation accelerates, India’s water sector is striving to balance the twin imperatives of meeting rising demand and ensuring sustainable resource use. This transformation is being led by efforts to strengthen supply systems, reduce wastage, […]

Key Statistics: Progress under flagship government programmes

September 22, 2025

Rejuvenating Rivers: Efforts to strengthen water security

August 5, 2025

River rejuvenation is of paramount importance in India, given the country’s heavy dependence on rivers for water security, agriculture and economic sustenance. Most of India’s rivers face severe pollution, depletion and degradation due to urbanisation, […]

Enabling Digital Transformation: Emerging solutions to improve water network management

August 2, 2025

Solayappan Chockalingam, Business Development Manager (Water and Wastewater), VEGA India Drinking water and wastewater are two important pillars of sustainable infrastructure. VEGA India has had the privilege of supplying field instrumentation for drinking water supply […]

From Source to Tap: Bridging the NRW gap

May 5, 2025

By Shivanshu Chauhan, Partner, PwC; Arun Sharma, Associate Director, PwC; and Shivani Saxena, Manager, PwC With water scarcity posing a serious threat to global sustainability, reducing non-revenue water (NRW) has become even more crucial. As […]

Conservation Measures: Policy and technology action for groundwater management

March 5, 2025

Groundwater, a vital freshwater resource, has witnessed rising rates of extraction and contamination with hazardous chemicals and sewage. Factors such as rapid urbanisation, increasing water demand and depleting water resources due to climate change have […]

Used Water Potential: Initiatives and incentives under the Jal Hi Amrit scheme

January 6, 2025

In recent times, there has been a rise in water pollution, water scarcity and the deterioration of freshwater resources in India. To address these issues, the water sector is undergoing a transformation, driven by various […]

Optimising Management: Technology advancements in the water sector

November 6, 2024

The urgency to preserve water and enhance its sustainable usage requires the water sector to rapidly adopt digital advancements in an efficient manner. Many new technologies are being introduced in the sector that assist in […]

Interview with Dr T.G. Vinay: “CMWSSB aims to ensure adequate water supply to households”

September 18, 2024

With water becoming a critical resource, water utilities are more conscious of the need for proper management and distribution. The Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) is making significant efforts to ensure efficient […]

Water Positive Future: Ongoing efforts to ensure sustainable operations

September 18, 2024

India has experienced a growth in urbanisation and infrastructural development in recent years. This has led to a rise in water demand, posing a water crisis due to the depletion of freshwater sources in urban […]

Strong Growth: Key developments in the water and waste sector

September 17, 2024

Efforts aimed at improving water supply and wastewater treatment in India have intensified due to the heightened effects of climate change and rising water crisis. The government has become aware of the urgency of the […]

Interview with Dr Chandra Bhushan Kumar: “The JJM has been a transformative initiative”

September 16, 2024

Growing water demand, coupled with limited water resources, has underlined the need for an efficient water supply network. The government’s flagship programme, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), is attempting to build such a network in […]

Interview with D. Thara: “AMRUT 2.0 seeks to transform urban areas into resilient, water-secure environments”

September 16, 2024

With India urbanising at a rapid pace, there is mounting pressure on the water system. The government has launched various programmes to provide access to clean drinking water, improve wastewater treatment techniques and ensure water […]

Ensuring equitable, uninterrupted and quality water supply is central to achieving water security. In line with this, there is growing emphasis on ensuring continuous water supply and recycling treated wastewater for potable and non-potable purposes. […]

Digital Strategy: Private operators’ experience in smart water management

July 31, 2024

Water supply services in India are dependent on a few limited sources such as surface water and groundwater. Their scarcity is followed by other major challenges such as high revenue losses, ageing water infrastructure and […]