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Unlocking Potential: Addressing water stress in agriculture through micro-irrigation

July 31, 2024

By Avinash Chandani, Partner, Deloitte India Status of irrigation in India India has 140 million hectares of net sown area, of which 55 per cent is irrigated and the remaining is rainfed. Currently, 55 per […]

Optimising Usage: Strategies to improve water use efficiency in the irrigation sector

July 30, 2024

The irrigation sector uses the highest amount of water in India amongst all other sectors. It is also one of the most adversely affected sectors because of its high dependence on erratic rainfall and shrinking […]

Sustainable Farming: Integrating technology, wastewater and solar power solutions in irrigation

July 30, 2024

The journey towards sophisticated agriculture in India is incomplete without addressing age-old irrigation practices. The sector’s high dependence on water and energy resources makes it vulnerable to climate change. Recognising this, various avenues for sustainable […]

Key Statistics: Progress under the PMKSY

July 29, 2024

Urban Development: Progress under the Smart Cities Mission

June 27, 2024

By Amit Singh, Partner, and Debashish Biswas, Partner, Deloitte India India’s rapid population growth presents significant challenges and opportunities. Urban areas in India account for around 3 per cent of land and contribute around 60 […]

Ensuring Water Security: Trends and developments in the water sector

May 31, 2024

India is urbanising at a rapid pace, surpassing previous estimates. Rising industrial activity, economic growth, and shifts in demography, food consumption, lifestyle and land use patterns are all contributing to the surge in water demand, […]

Sustainable Desalination: Advanced solutions for seawater treatment

May 30, 2024

As the water crisis becomes severe in Indian cities, alternative methods of water treatment have taken centre stage. The desalination of abundant seawater has emerged as a viable solution in recent years, gaining attention for […]

Smart Water Solutions: Technology adoption under the JJM

May 29, 2024

Digitalisation is emerging as a key pillar for achieving water resilience and improving operational efficiency in water management. Government programmes such as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, and […]

Repurposing Assets: Initiatives for wastewater treatment and reuse

May 28, 2024

With the rising urban population in Indian cities, the consumption of natural assets such as water is outgrowing the availability. The higher usage of water results in increased wastewater generation, which is being considered as […]

Key Statistics: Progress under AMRUT 2.0

May 27, 2024

Digital Pathway: Role of technologies in water management

May 27, 2024

The use of technology in the water sector has seen an increased uptake. Digital solutions are being deployed for various functions such as operations and maintenance (O&M), monitoring and management of the entire water network. […]

Key Statistics: Progress under the Jal Jeevan Mission and the Namami Gange Programme

May 26, 2024

Project Showcase: Technological advancements in the Bhandup STP project

May 3, 2024

India faces a bleak scenario as far as sewage treatment is concerned. It generates thrice the amount of sewage compared to its treatment capacity. Even the capacity of treatment available on the ground is not […]

Intelligent Systems: Digital infrastructure facilitating smart city operations

May 3, 2024

The launch of the Smart Cities Mission in 2015 was aimed at revolutionary digital transformation of Indian cities. The journey of this mission has progressed with multiple digital innovations, with smart cities attempting to create […]

Gati Yukti – The 3C Framework: Tactical re-alignment for fast-tracking India’s urban transformation mission

May 3, 2024

By Venkata Subbarao Chunduru, Director and Head of India Operations, Arcadis India’s Smart City Mission (SCM) embarked on an ambitious journey to transform urban landscapes, promising sustainable development, efficient infrastructure, and improved quality of life […]

Smart Energy Management: Initiatives to ensure efficient power utilisation

May 3, 2024

The demand for energy is rising with increasing urban population and economic growth. It is crucial for cities undergoing technological transformation under the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) to meet this demand effectively. The focus of […]

Transforming the Urban Landscape: SCM achievements and challenges

May 3, 2024

By Padma Priya J., Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP The concept of smart cities in India emerged as a response to increased urbanisation and the need for transformed urban developments. Designed with a futuristic outlook […]

Resource Optimisation: BMC initiatives for water supply and wastewater treatment

February 18, 2024

Water is considered the elixir of life; however, this critical resource has finite availability. It has a quantitative limitation and a qualitative vulnerability. Freshwater availability is decreasing day by day with the rise in population, […]

Expanding Usage: Pumping solutions find diverse applications across infrastructure sectors

January 31, 2024

The Indian pump industry is poised to become a robust market with diverse applications across various infrastructure sectors. There is a growing focus on manufacturing higher quality and energy-efficient pumps through innovations and integration with […]

Steady Growth: Pump market trends and key drivers

January 30, 2024

The Indian pump sector has been growing over the past few years due to several factors, including growing urbanisation, declining groundwater levels and various initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure. Pumps are considered essential equipment in […]